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The gift of understanding provides us with a deeper knowledge of the mysteries of Faith. In the words of Saint Teresa of Avila, ?It is like one who, without having learned anything, or having taken the slightest trouble in order … Continue reading →

Today we?ll begin looking at the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit by examining the gift of wisdom. Wisdom is God-given knowledge, not learned from books, that provides us with a more intimate and joyful insight into God and His … Continue reading →

In the First Reading from today?s Mass (Is 11:1-10), the prophet Isaiah mentions a subject that isn?t discussed very much anymore ? The Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit. Those of you who remember the Baltimore Catechism will probably be … Continue reading →

Today I had the day off and I had the privilege of attending daily Mass with my wife. In today?s gospel (Mt 8:5-11), a centurion approaches Jesus and lets Him know that his servant is ill. When Jesus offers to … Continue reading →

Today is the first Sunday of Advent and I?d like to open with the thoughts of my 11 year old daughter, Elizabeth: Well, today is the first Sunday of Advent. Advent is a special time, and it means that it?s … Continue reading →

I was really aggravated today. I knew that I should take our dog Gracie for a walk, but I had other things in mind. Today was the last day of the liturgical year and I had to write my blog … Continue reading →

Today is the feast of Saint Catherine Laboure. Although this feast is not officially on the Church?s calendar, she contributed something great to many Catholics around the world. In 1830, The Blessed Mother appeared to Catherine, a young novice of … Continue reading →

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving Day, a holiday in the United States, and I?ll be taking a day off from blogging. When I reflect on all of the things that I have to be thankful for it is overwhelming. I?m thankful for … Continue reading →

We?ve all heard the expression, ?All good things must come to an end?. Not only have I used this phrase, but I?ve experienced it many times in my life. Many of my favorite childhood things are no longer around: favorite … Continue reading →

Today is the Solemnity of Christ the King, a day when we contemplate Jesus in all of His glory, as King of the Universe. It is also a time to anticipate His second coming, at which time the world as … Continue reading →