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2017-01-24T17:53:26-05:00

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O Radix Jesse (Root of Jesse)

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:53 pm By Frank Weathers

“O Flower of Jesse’s stem, you have been raised up as a sign for all peoples; kings stand silent in your presence; the nations bow down in worship before you. Come, let nothing keep you from coming to our aid.” (more…) Read more

2017-01-24T17:53:28-05:00

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O Adonai (LORD)

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:53 pm By Frank Weathers

O Adonai: “O sacred Lord of ancient Israel, who showed yourself to Moses in the burning bush, who gave him the holy law on Sinai mountain: come, stretch out your mighty hand to set us free.” (more…) Read more

2017-01-24T17:53:31-05:00

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An Advent Prayer

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:53 pm By Frank Weathers

By Fr. Henri J. M. Nouwen Lord Jesus, Master of both the light and the darkness, send your Holy Spirit upon our preparations for Christmas. We who have so much to do seek quiet spaces to hear your voice each day. We who are anxious over many things look forward to your coming among us. We who are blessed in so many ways long for the complete joy of your kingdom. We whose hearts are heavy seek the joy of... Read more

2017-01-24T17:53:31-05:00

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O Sapientia (Wisdom)

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:53 pm By Frank Weathers

Today we sing,“O Wisdom, O holy Word of God, you govern all creation with your strong yet tender care. Come and show your people the way to salvation.” With helpful videos like the one below, it’s so simple, even Joe Six-Pack can follow along. (more…) Read more

2017-01-24T17:53:33-05:00

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Video: President Obama Speaking at the Prayer Vigil for Newtown Shooting Victims

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:53 pm By Frank Weathers

Just a little while ago… The full transcript of the President’s speech can be found here. Read more

2017-01-24T17:53:36-05:00

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A Mother Asks, Will We Have the Courage to Discuss Mental Illness Too? UPDATED

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:53 pm By Frank Weathers

It’s Sunday morning in the aftermath of another national gun-related tragedy. We collectively lift up our hands in prayer as a nation, with weeping and lamentation. Even Saturday Night Live handled our mourning with class and dignity. And as we wonder “why?” we also say to ourselves “never again” and wonder how we can make the carnage stop. (more…) Read more

2017-01-24T17:53:38-05:00

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To Mourn and Embrace Pain in the Present Moment

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:53 pm By Frank Weathers

When words fail, and our hearts are not still, what can we do? When tragedy strikes, there are questions that must be answered, and mourning that we must endure. (more…) Read more

2017-01-24T17:53:40-05:00

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A Great Example of the New Evangelization…from Canada?!

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:53 pm By Frank Weathers

Beware the conventional wisdom. I mean, everyone knows that the Catholic Church is dead in Europe, right? And in Canada, our neighbors to the north? Aren’t they arresting parishioners and marching them off to gulags and such up there? Well, in a word, no. (more…) Read more

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Cardinal Dolan Notes Media Silence on Recent Court Decision

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:53 pm By Frank Weathers

Though regular readers here, on New Advent, and at Stand With the US Bishops Against HHS learned all about the recent decision regarding the HHS Mandate in suits filed by the Archdiocese of New York, Cardinal Dolan notes that no one outside of the Catholic bubble noticed it. I reckon the Sunday news shows are busy discussing Fiscal Cliffs and trouble with Health Exchanges to bother reporting on a rebuff to the Administration. No news is better than bad news?... Read more

2017-01-24T17:53:45-05:00

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Another Trappist Beer Coming Soon to a Bar Near You?

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:53 pm By Frank Weathers

Maybe. You see, my wife alerted me to this story on NPR about needy Cistercian monks exporting beer to pay for building repairs. But she quickly followed it up with, “there’s none sold in Tennessee.” Figures. Teri Schultz shares the story. (more…) Read more

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