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St. Rita of Cascia

St. Rita of Cascia
High in the hills of the republic of Cascia, in a tiny Umbrian village called Roccaporena, Antonio and Amata Lotti were well-respected peace makers. In 1381, they welcomed their only child, Margherita who was known simply as Rita. Baptized in the church of St Augustine in Cascia, Rita became acquainted with the local Augustinian nuns…
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Peace I leave with you

Peace I leave with you
As he stood on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica while we waited to hear what his first words to us would be, our new Pope Leo chose to deliver the message that our Lord uttered so often to his followers: “Peace I leave with you.” It is the same message we hear in our…
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May Book Review: “The 5 Love Languages”

May Book Review: “The 5 Love Languages”
Summary of The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman Gary Chapman’s The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts explores how people express and receive love in different ways. His framework—Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, and Physical Touch—helps individuals better understand how…
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May: National Mental Health Awareness Month

May: National Mental Health Awareness Month
By Olivia Ambs, LMHC - SMM Parishoner As Catholics, we are called to care for the whole person—body, mind, and soul. While we often focus on our spiritual well-being, it is equally important to recognize the value of mental health in our journey of faith. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to break…
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