Freedom
Liz Estler
July 4, 2014
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The 4th of July, for the United States, is a day to celebrate independence, liberty and freedom. But, what really is true freedom? God created
What is the Process that Leads to Eternal Death?
Fr. José Antonio Fortea
May 23, 2014
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Father Fortea, what is the process that leads to eternal death? As St. James teaches, “Each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed
“Offering it Up” – Redemptive Suffering (II/II) Path to Greater Merit
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
May 12, 2014
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In part I, we talked about the mystery of merit and its problem and solution. Today, we will discuss how the growth in spiritual maturity
“Offering it Up” – Redemptive Suffering Part I Mystery of Merit
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
May 5, 2014
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Redemptive Suffering (Part I of II) : The Mystery of Merit Dear Father John, I was just listening to a radio show about redemptive suffering
To Clean Or Not to Clean
Carmelite Sisters
April 1, 2014
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Yes, it is the time of year that we are faced with the grim reality of spring cleaning. The boxes that haven’t been touched in
What’s the Difference between Confession and Spiritual Direction?
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
March 10, 2014
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Dear Father John, what is the difference between confession and spiritual direction? Confession and spiritual direction are like partially overlapping circles: they share some common
Envy: The No Win Sin (Part II of II)
Patti Maguire Armstrong
March 1, 2014
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In our previous post on envy, we looked at what envy is and how it manifests in our lives. Today, we will examine the difference
How Do the Two Become One?
The Alexanders
February 26, 2014
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Editor’s Note: Today, we are pleased to introduce Greg and Julie Alexander. Greg and Julie are co-founders and co-directors of The Alexander House Apostolate, a
Sweetest Heart of Jesus
Donna Sue Berry
February 14, 2014
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THE SWEETEST HEART OF JESUS From the corner of my church pew, Sometimes I feel alone, When I see the happy couples, In love when
What can be done against temptation?
Fr. José Antonio Fortea
January 23, 2014
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Father Fortea, what can be done against temptation? We must immediately resist it with the help of God’s grace. A temptation is harmless if we
