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Washed Robes

The Feast of All Saints Day has me thinking about my favourite saints, ones who have made an impression on me and who have helped me to walk closer with the Trinity.  As I sat before the Blessed Sacrament, I … Continue reading

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Following the Good Road

Go forth in peace, for you have followed the good road. Go forth without fear, for he who created you has made you holy, has always protected you, and loves you as a mother. Blessed be you, my God, for … Continue reading

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Hand on the Plough

The priest in the parish I visited today gave a good sermon. He did not totally ignore today’s readings but he did venture out in a couple of different directions. He made himself somewhat vulnerable by asking people whom he might … Continue reading

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Feast of Francis

Fourteen months ago I arrived here at the Basilica of San Francesco in Assisi, Italy at sunset. To say I fell in love with it upon sight is a bit of an understatement. I stood looking at it, marveling at … Continue reading

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Little Flower

Therese Martin was born in 1873 in Normandy, France, the youngest child in a family of nine. The family moved to Lisieux after her mother’s death. It was there that she entered the Carmelite convent at age 15 and lived … Continue reading

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Jesus, Friend of Women

Mary Magdelene’s Feast Day brings back memories of a friend’s wedding when I was asked to give a toast to the bride. I am sure people thought it was odd that I would liken her to a woman many think … Continue reading

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