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Come, Holy Spirit

Come, Holy Spirit
We know the Holy Spirit by many names: ‘Advocate’, as Jesus says in today’s Gospel, ‘Comforter, ‘Helper’, and some of us used to say, “Holy Ghost”.  But a lot of ink has been spilled on another name for the Holy Spirit, that is, ‘Paraclete’, which is from the Greek, and has 2 root words:  para…
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May 2026 Overview

May 2026 Overview
The Easter season is represented by the liturgical color white — the color of light, a symbol of joy, purity and innocence (absolute or restored). The season ends on Pentecost, May 24. The remainder of the month (beginning the Monday after Pentecost) is in Ordinary Time which is represented by the liturgical color green. This symbol of hope is the…
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My Peace I Give You

My Peace I Give You
How very differently the apostles acted before Jesus’ resurrection than after this great event. In our gospel, Jesus is at the Last Supper with his disciples and he’s preparing them to be his missionary disciples when he is no longer with them. They’re obviously confused and questioning him. He strengthens and encourages them by telling…
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Devotion to the Sacred Heart

Devotion to the Sacred Heart
The Sacred Heart of Jesus The Sacred Heart of Jesus is one of the most beloved devotions in the Catholic Church. The image of the Sacred Heart reminds us of the deep and personal love Jesus has for every person. His Heart, burning with love and crowned with thorns, reflects both his mercy and his…
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