Daily Archives: 25 September 2013

Reconciliation Lectionary: Romans 7:14-25a

Another long passage that probably does not see a lot of use with the Sacrament of Penance. This important passage in Romans 7 is too long and repetitive for either form I or form II. But it is worth a … Continue reading

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Redemptionis Sacramentum 103-104

The discussion from RS 100-12 expands to consider how the Precious Blood is offered to the laity. It should be illustrative to consider these methods in light of clergy receiving Communion. [103.] The norms of the Roman Missal admit the … Continue reading

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Spiritual Over Speculative

In the second week of the online Ignatian retreat, we are advised to probe more deeply into our stories of faith. It has been a rich experience thus far, unearthing old episodes in my life and looking a bit more … Continue reading

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GMD 56-60: Third Goal–Inspiring Values

Go and Make Disciples 56 introduces the third goal of evangelization. The four sections that follow go into a bit more detail on this. Recent events, plus the witness of Pope Francis seem to suggest that Christian witness must go beyond … Continue reading

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