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Advent
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Where violence, poverty and division seem to suffocate hope, the birth of the Son of God continues to shine forth as the most radical sign of God’s closeness.
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Pope gives Catholics in Turkey Advent ‘resolutions’ — building bridges
by Cindy Woodenby Cindy WoodenWith their different rites, cultures, languages and races, Catholics find a unity around the altar that “is a gift from God. As such, it is strong and invincible, because it …
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Since ancient times, Romans 13 has been read by Christians at Advent. To wake up spiritually to the reality of Christ’s presence is the message: “You know the time; it …
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PHILADELPHIA (OSV News) — “Even in our anguish, hope can take root and healing can begin anew” through Jesus Christ, said the nation’s Ukrainian Greek Catholic bishops in a new …
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Q: I’m a longtime daily Massgoer, and every year in the days leading up to Christmas we have that one Gospel reading that lists all the names of Jesus’ ancestors. …
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JERUSALEM (OSV News) — Speaking just hours after his wartime Christmas visit to Gaza City Holy Family Parish, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin patriarch of Jerusalem, delivered a poignant Christmas message …
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Pope, suffering a cold, focuses on mothers and children before Christmas
by Cindy Woodenby Cindy WoodenVATICAN CITY (CNS) — Leading the recitation of the Angelus prayer from inside the chapel of his residence because of a cold, Pope Francis nevertheless blessed the baby Jesus figurines …
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I’m old enough to remember reading “Highlights Magazine” in the waiting room at the doctor’s office. My favorite feature was the “Hidden Pictures” puzzle. The task was to find a …
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‘Twas the week before Christmas, and all through the days, Our headlines unfolded in newsworthy ways. With faith as our guide, here’s this week’s review, A roundup of stories, both …
