Understanding Our Church
A Treasury of Arkansas Writers Discussing the Catholic Faith
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Understanding Our Church
Explore this treasury of Arkansas writers discussing the Catholic faith on a wide variety of topics. Find what you're looking for by browsing the whole list or search by keyword or author. All articles have been reviewed for theological accuracy. Opinions expressed are those of the author.
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Faithful to offer reparation for sins against God, others Kelli Nugent As a catechist who prepares young people for the sacraments of reconciliation and holy Communion, part of the lesson includes a discussion of what reparation is and what it entails. Reparation is part of the sacrament of reconciliation. |
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Scrutinies to uncover, heal hearts of the elect Betsy Wiederkehr Huss Have you ever felt scrutinized by someone? Did they look just at the surface of you? Or did they dig deep into who you truly are? |
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Canon law to protect against threats to faith Deacon Matt Glover, JD, JCL For as long as the Church has been established by Jesus Christ, there have existed norms, rules and regulations. |
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God comes to us through created things Jeff Hines I’ve been listening to my old vinyl John Denver records lately. |
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Immerse yourself in silence of prayer Edward C. Dodge When we were kids, my mom served homemade pizza and Buffalo wings every Wednesday night, and my brother and I had to finish what was on our plates before we could take another slice or wing. |
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Praise God for blessings yet to be revealed Father Andrew Hart, JCL |
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Pope Francis says time is greater than space Father Jerome Kodell, OSB In Pope Francis’ first major document, "Evangelii Gaudium" ("The Joy of the Gospel") published Nov. |
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Find what works for you in celebrating of Advent Lou Ann Gieringer As an adult convert to Catholicism, Advent was a new experience to me. |
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‘Laudate Deum’ reminds us to care for God’s creation Father Jason Tyler Pope Francis recently issued a document on the environment, the second one of his pontificate. |
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Thank God for mercy and put regrets behind you Paula Standridge “As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our sins from us.” (Psalm 103-12) “None of the crimes he has committed shall be remembered against him.” (Ezekiel 18-22) |
