Tag Archives: Catholic Church

Pope Francis… & prayer….

Tufts of white smoke wafting above the Vatican & we have a New Pope!!!  This evening (Italian time)  the world welcomed Pope Francis at the 265th successor to Peter.   Argentinian Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, archbishop of Buenos Aires, is the … Continue reading

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…on paths & radical choices & CONCLAVES

Tonight we watched the Conclave begin with the procession of the Cardinals into the Sistine Chapel  – ’twas so interesting to see so many countries represented as each Cardinal made his oath…of course,  after the 1st round of Black Smoke … Continue reading

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Pope Benedict XVI: humility & supernatural grace…

Today marked Pope Benedict XVI’s last day ‘in office,’ so to speak. Several of my evangelical friends & family have asked what i think of his resignation? actually this courageous step has increased my appreciation of Pope Benedict in a … Continue reading

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Wednesday Photograph: … Mary, Mother of Jesus (Feast Day!!)

Today Eastern Orthodox & Catholic churches celebrate the Feast of the Dormition honoring the faithfulness of Mary, the Mother of Jesus Christ, whose ‘yes’ to Angel Gabriel brought Light into our world.  As she ran to Elizabeth to share her … Continue reading

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MOVIES: For Greater Glory (+++++ Inspirational!!)

“Que viva Cristo Rey!” Inspiration permeates this thought-provoking true story about Religious Freedom in Mexico during the 1920’s regime of President Plutarco Calles. Beautifully crafted, well acted with an amazing cast, the kind of movie that stays with you awhile … Continue reading

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