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At the Annunciation “Mary teaches us to listen to the voice of God who speaks in silence…in order thereby to taste true joy.” Pope Benedict XVI
Tag Archives: Poverty
Spiritual Minute: Poverty Explains So Much!
Ever since Francis was elected I’ve been on a poverty binge, mentioning poverty in a whole bunch of posts. It has given me a structure for some thoughts I’ve had on the spiritual life in general. I want to write … Continue reading
Posted in Pope Francis, Spiritual Minute
Tagged Pope Francis, Poverty, spirituality, St. Francis of Assisi
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Spiritual Minute: “All Those Poor People”
Christians often talk about “all those poor people who need our help so badly.” I have a big problem with this. Should I say that again, A BIG PROBLEM. First, I know that statements and actions often proceed from a … Continue reading
Giving Thanks Part #1
It seems to me that we constantly ask God for all sorts of things, that comes naturally to us. But giving thanks does not come so naturally to us. Out of 10 lepers who were healed by Christ, remember, ONLY … Continue reading
Posted in Giving Thanks, Parenting
Tagged Ann Voskamp, Back Pain, Chick-fil-a, Children, Christ, Christianity, Dependence on God, Gift, God, God's Jealousy, Grace, Gratitude, Humility, Joy, Leper, Lord, Pain, Parenting, Poverty, Suffering, Thanksgiving, Trials
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Spiritual Minute: The Preferential Option For The Poor
The option for the poor is much more than a simple social teaching. It is not about standard of living, economic development, or soup kitchens as much as it is about the spirituality of what it means to be a Christian. Serving the … Continue reading
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Tagged Catholic Church, Church, Francis, God, Option for the poor, Pope, Poverty, Wealth
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Beautiful! Why He Chose Francis
I have a reflection about the option for the poor coming soon! Check back! What an awesome Pope! Endearing and wise!
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