Monthly Archives: February 2017

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Posted on 21 February 2017 by

You have arrived at the main page of a mostly-inactive site. That said, there are no plans to dismantle, edit, or further organize the posts assembled under the header. Most people visit to find or get advice about Scripture readings … Continue reading →

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Amoris Laetitia 325: Conclusion and Prayer

Posted on 20 February 2017 by

And here we reach the end of Amoris Laetitia. Pope Francis concludes this final chapter on marriage and family spirituality with some encouraging words and a final prayer: 325. The teaching of the Master (cf. Mt 22:30) and Saint Paul (cf. … Continue reading →

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Amoris Laetitia 324: Hospitality

Posted on 19 February 2017 by

The Holy Father touts the virtue and act of hospitality: 324. Led by the Spirit, the family circle is not only open to life by generating it within itself, but also by going forth and spreading life by caring for others … Continue reading →

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Amoris Laetitia 323: Tenderness

Posted on 18 February 2017 by

Today, a follow-up to the notion of relationship being a worship-of-God experience: 323. It is a profound spiritual experience to contemplate our loved ones with the eyes of God and to see Christ in them. This demands a freedom and … Continue reading →

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Amoris Laetitia 322: Mercy In Family Life

Posted on 17 February 2017 by

Let’s read in full: 322. All family life is a “shepherding” in mercy. Each of us, by our love and care, leaves a mark on the life of others; with Paul, we can say: “You are our letter of recommendation, … Continue reading →

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Music of the Trees 3: The Five Sacred Trees

Posted on 16 February 2017 by

John Williams is massively known for his massive body of film music. But one of my favorite modern works is his concerto The Five Sacred Trees. I have the disk of the London Symphony performance with Judith LeClair. It is … Continue reading →

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Amoris Laetitia 321: Spirituality of Care, Consolation, and Incentive

Posted on 16 February 2017 by

Today, we look at a spirituality of care, consolation and incentive, starting with Vatican II: 321. “Christian couples are, for each other, for their children and for their relatives, cooperators of grace and witnesses of the faith”.(Apostolicam Actuositatem 11) God … Continue reading →

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