Daily Archives: 12 June 2013

Baptism at Sunday Eucharist

Posted on 12 June 2013 by catholicsensibility

From the East balcony, a view over our narthex and the Rite of Baptism as celebrated at a recent Sunday Mass. What’s interesting is that over the past fourteen years, no young person or anybody else for that matter, needs … Continue reading →

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Reconciliation Lectionary: Hebrews 12:1-5

Posted on 12 June 2013 by catholicsensibility

This passage from the letter to the Hebrews starts with a great visual image: Brothers and sisters, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us rid ourselves of every burden and sin that clings to … Continue reading →

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Ecclesia de Eucharistia 9

Posted on 12 June 2013 by catholicsensibility

Popes of the past century have looked to the Eucharist, offering their insights and teachings to all Catholics. Trent provides the foundation for these recent expositions: 9. The Eucharist, as Christ’s saving presence in the community of the faithful and … Continue reading →

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Pacem In Terris 130-131: Relationship With The World Community

Posted on 12 June 2013 by catholicsensibility

Today in Pacem in Terris, we begin Part IV, treating the “relationship of people and political communities with the world community” Let’s read: 130. Recent progress in science and technology has had a profound influence on (our) way of life. This … Continue reading →

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