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Divine Mercy Sunday

Mercy.  How much the world needs mercy.  How much I need mercy.  I am pitiful and weak and only believe if I can touch the nail marks in His hands and put my hand in His side.  St. Thomas Aquinas … Continue reading

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Easter Melancholy, Easter Hope

Christ rolls away the stone tonight.  Death is conquered forever tonight.  It is one of the holiest nights of the year, and I ought to be bursting with joy.  I am, believe me, but my joy and gratitude and hope … Continue reading

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Divine Mercy Novena Begins

Jesus is the mercy of God and the riches of God.  He asks us to bring all of humanity to Him and immerse every soul in His merciful heart. Divine Mercy novena intention for yesterday: all mankind, especially sinners. Divine … Continue reading

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Holy Saturday Victory Party

Christ has conquered death.  Already today He storms the gates of hell, setting the captives free and ending Satan’s stranglehold on human life forever.  I love this day.  Even though the world still waits in silence, hoping with trembling breath … Continue reading

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Let the Triduum Begin

Katie and I are figuring out how we will celebrate the Triduum these next three days.  Taking the boys to past-bedtime, 2 hour or longer Masses and liturgies is probably not the best idea, so we are compromising a bit. … Continue reading

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