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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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Frustrated with bad news? Do four things to change the world Lou Ann Gieringer Why do people act and speak as if they hate so many other people? What we hear and see on the news is overpoweringly sad, scary and filled with hate. Hate takes up so much energy and encompasses our lives with a feeling of helplessness. |
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To live abundantly, we must align our desires with Christ Father Jason Tyler The idea of Jesus as the Good Shepherd comes from the words of Jesus himself in John’s Gospel. It was so strong in early Christianity that the image of Jesus the Good Shepherd shows up on the walls of many ancient catacombs. |
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Leviticus reminds us to be set apart for extraordinary things Paula Standridge If an individual decided to read or study the Bible from start to finish, it would undoubtedly not take too long for questions to arise. Without a study guide or commentary, it would be extremely difficult to benefit from all that the word of God says to us. |
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St. Bernard Tolomei was model of courageous service to sick Sister M. Glorea Knaggs, OSB If you had to come up with a name for a Catholic hospital, what would you call it? St. Vincent is a great choice, since the religious congregations he founded are dedicated to works of mercy. Many choose St. Luke, patron saint of physicians. But what about St. Bernard Tolomei? |
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The full experience of heaven, pets included, is beyond us Judy Hoelzeman My sister called me in a halting voice one morning in October last year to tell me her dog had died. I was shocked; her dog had not been sick. I drove to her house and found her sitting on her couch in tears, the dog beside her. |
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Experiencing different languages and cultures prepares us for unity Kelli Nugent At the great celebration of the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe this past December, I recalled that our mother Mary is declared the patroness of the Americas and patroness of the unborn. |
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The incarnation of Christ made known by the message of an angel Betsy Wiederkehr Huss Nine months until Christmas, “Yes!” You might be thinking, “She must like those channels with Christmas movies.” Or “Lady, we are in Lent, not Advent.” But do you realize, March 25 is the feast of the Annunciation? |
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Embracing dependence requires humility but leads to real happiness Katie Karp When I was a sophomore in college, I read “The Odyssey” for the first time. My professor taught the epic focusing on one of the most important virtues for the ancient Greeks, interdependence. |
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Love of Christ impels us to share good news of Gospel with others Jeff Hines St. Paul said, “The love of Christ impels us.” (2 Corinthians 5:14) A gas pump has an impeller. It’s something inside that spins and forces the gasoline out. It is a force from inside. We are not compelled or propelled, but rather, impelled. |
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Pope Benedict XVI’s many written works humbly explain the faith Edward C. Dodge In December, when Pope Francis asked us to pray for Benedict XVI as he prepared to go to the Father’s house, I couldn’t help reflecting on the impact Benedict has had on me, and I immediately revisited some of his works as I joined my own prayers for Benedict to th |
