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I'm not saying you shouldn't be horrified about what happens to people who are here illegally and know it. You should, because it's inhumane. But spare a thought for everyone else.
It’s been eight years since my wife and I had our first date at Starbucks. We are opposites in every imaginable way: she’s white, I’m black; she’s from Poland, I’m from the United States; she’s Virgo, I’m Pisces; she was born Catholic, I was born Muslim; she’s a vegan, I’m a carnivore. But the most disturbing thing of all is this: she’s a communist (I’m a quasi-capitalist).
I will let my piety become prayer by letting him direct it; I will let my kindness become charity by stopping at nothing. This week, I will be a saint.
Enjoy this sample of Christian and Catholic humour, created by religious people who have learned to laugh at themselves.
Das folgende Foto soll auf facebook und in einigen katholischen Blogs die Runde machen. Tja, manchmal können einem sprichwörtlich „die Haare zu Berge stehen“. Vielleicht aber ist es ein…
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If you're looking for inspirational quotes from your favorite Gilmore Girls characters such as Lorelai and Rory, these are the very best.
Who’s running your local hospital? There’s been an ongoing -- and frightening -- trend in health care circles: Catholic organizations are merging with secular hospitals and health-care providers, striking agreements that include strict adherence to Catholic teaching. The implications for patient care can be very serious, especially if you’re a woman or an elderly person... but many people don’t know about the possible ramifications until it’s too late. According to the most recent numbers from the Catholic Health Association of the United States of America (CHAUSA), one-sixth of Americans admitted to hospitals across the country are getting care from Catholic organizations. In some cases, that may not matter. In other situations, it could mean the difference between life and death. [Click headline for more…]
The man from Nazareth would have been appalled by the “Christian” Republican candidates
My homily students know this piece of advice I always give them: even if you aren't assigned to preach, be prepared. Well, I'm not scheduled to preach
It’s summer. You know what that means, right? No, not wedding season, although that’s certainly in full swing, too; I’m talking about moving season. Summer is one of the most popular times to move house (or apartment, or whatever) — and although it…
Getting on Facebook the first time when you get home from your mission:
You wanna know why I like watching movies? Or TV, or theater, or shoot, even a good book? It’s because I like to imagine myself as the main character. Maybe that’s the actor in me. Or p…
One of my most frequently asked questions is, “Can I have a religious elopement?!” And my answer is always YES - you *can* elope and have a religious ceremony 🙌🏼 If you’re forgoing a “traditional” wedding, it’s often assumed you’re not having a religious wedding - but that’s not always the case.
Decrees to Archangel Michael: Visualize Archangel Michael as a majestic angel, arrayed in shining armour and wearing a brilliant sapphire blue cape. See him standing before you, then behind you, th…
