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December 19 Echoes of Eternity And he [Paul] said, Who art thou, Lord? And the Lord said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest: it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks. Acts 9:5 My will is peace. Peace … Continue reading →

By Sr. Nun Other Christmas decorating is low on my list of favorite activities. Somewhere around a visit to the dentist. My expectations are so high, my desire to create beauty so intense, that I’m certain to disappoint myself. Last … Continue reading →

During this last week before Christmas, monasteries around the world sing #quot;O Antiphons#quot; at the evening service of Vespers. Each night these special Gregorian chants are sung, describing the coming Savior with a name given in Scripture. Great Advent – … Continue reading →

December 18 Echoes of Eternity Wherefore, as the Holy Spirit saith, Today if ye will hear His voice, harden not your hearts. Hebrews 3:7,8 My word to you is this: Today if you hear My word, do not harden your … Continue reading →

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Perfect Wine http://www.communityofjesus.org/?p=4088389 Perfect Wine | The Community of Jesuswww.communityofjesus.orgBy Melodious Monk Striving to be perfect is a crippling way to live. For me it##039;s a compulsive attempt to cover up all the inadequacies I feel about myself. Being free … Continue reading →

By Melodious Monk Striving to be perfect is a crippling way to live. For me it’s a compulsive attempt to cover up all the inadequacies I feel about myself. Being free of this drive is largely why I was drawn … Continue reading →

Scott McKnight was asked to name 10 things that everyone should know about Mary, the mother of Jesus. A very interesting read! 10 Things I Wish Everyone Knew about Mary, Mother of Jesus – OnFaithwww.faithstreet.comA New Testament scholar explains how … Continue reading →

An insightful review by Publishers Weekly on Timothy Verdon##039;s new book, Art #amp; Prayer. #quot;Throughout [this book] he demonstrates not only mastery of his topics but also a love of great art and deep faith. The result is a visual … Continue reading →