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God our Creator, we give thanks to you, who alone have the power to impart the breath of life as you form each of us in our mother’s womb; grant, we pray, that we, whom you have made stewards of … Continue reading →

The Fathers of the Church often compared the Church to the moon — all of her light is simply a reflection of the light of Christ himself. People often object to the need for the Church - why not simply go to … Continue reading →

When I lived in Rome as a student-priest during the years 2002-2005, I was privileged on many occasions to serve at the altar and distribute Holy Communion at the public Masses of Blessed John Paul II. During those final years of his … Continue reading →

Jesus turned and saw them following him and said to them, “What are you looking for?” They said to him, “Rabbi” (which translated means Teacher), “where are you staying?” He said to them, “Come, and you will see.” So they … Continue reading →

So, what did Blessed John Paul II mean when he called our generation to be the “morning watchmen” of the Third Millennium? He drew on an image from the prophet Isaiah, who is asked, “Watchman, how much longer the night?” … Continue reading →