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Father Bayer: Jägerstätter, a martyr for our times

Wednesday, January 22, 2020062 I do not often go to the movies, but I do try to see everything I can by the director Terrence Malick, since I think he is for movies what Michelangelo was for marble...

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Father Esposito: A hidden life that everyone should see

Thursday, January 16, 20200299 This column is simply an exhortation to you, good reader, to watch and ponder the film “A Hidden Life.” The movie chronicles the true story of Franz Jägerstätter,...

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Father Dankasa: Naming the greatest people in the world

Friday, January 10, 2020093 When we hear about the greatest people in the world we immediately think about the rich and famous, the most intelligent and successful, the presidents of the world, the...

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Bishop Burns: A time of joy

Tuesday, December 24, 2019017 This is such a special time of the year when we celebrate the humble birth in Bethlehem of the Baby Jesus who was Christ the King. How grateful we are that God sent His...

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Father Dankasa: Silence and absence can create a Grinch for Christmas season

Sunday, December 22, 20190172 Silence and absence are two attitudes that are capable of straining a relationship. In our everyday relationships — between a man and a woman, or a husband and a wife,...

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Father Bayer: Rekindle our longing for the real presence of Christ

Friday, December 20, 20190164 It’s been many months now since the Feast of Corpus Christi, but the Eucharist has been on my mind ever since, especially as Advent begins and we rekindle our longing...

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Father Esposito: Mary’s womb, the ark of the new covenant

Wednesday, December 18, 20190178 In the book of Exodus, the Lord instructs Moses to build a suitable place for His glorious presence (Exodus 25-40). Described simply as “the dwelling,” the Ark of...

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Father Bayer: Unity and diversity under God

Monday, November 18, 20190116 People today are deeply affected by the challenges of unity and diversity, especially the younger generations. These challenges are a chance for the Gospel to show its...

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Father Dankasa: Remembering our blessings and the joy of gratitude

Monday, November 18, 20190136 We are all unique individuals, which means that the factors that make us happy depend on who you ask. But, without a doubt, being grateful is one element that boosts...

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