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Contemplative Prayer

Contemplative Prayer

Here is a talk on Contemplative Prayer by parishioner Frank VandeLoo, it was scheduled for April, but we are going to present it virtually. It is a two part talk of 20 min each. [sm_hr] Part 1 [sm_hr] Part 2

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Creating a Sacred Space at Home

Creating a Sacred Space at Home

Within our homes, we designate places for cooking, eating, socializing, sleeping, and bathing. Do we have a special spot for God within our home? We encourage you to create a little section of your home that is designated especially for prayer. Designate a special prayer space in your home. You may use a small table,…

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Brave not Fearless

Brave not Fearless

Written by parishioner, Flora Torra WE ARE CALLED to be brave, not to be fearless! During these trying times we must call on creative measures… (some say drastic measures); ok, drastic measures. Let us redefine creativity; and I am paraphrasing Elizabeth Gilbert (writer of Eat, Pray, Love, and many other books, but especially Big Magic)…

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Spiritual Communion

Spiritual Communion

Pope Francis, after reciting a livestreamed Angelus prayer last week, told people, “United to Christ we are never alone, but instead form one body, of which he is the head. It is a union that is nourished with prayer and also with spiritual communion in the Eucharist, a practice that is recommended when it isn’t…

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