He couldn't have been happier with the way in which his life was finally turning out. A hard-working tradesman who plied his craft with the best of them, he had met a beautiful young girl and fallen in love at first sight. Sure she was much younger than him, but he was determined to have … Continue reading Joseph: A righteous man
Keep holy the Sabbath day
For Catholics it is traditionally known as the Third Commandment from God (in some churches it is listed as the fourth). It is the command from God to "Keep Holy the Sabbath", to formally set aside one period of time each week to rest from our work, and to celebrate and thank Him for all … Continue reading Keep holy the Sabbath day
Fox’s ‘Choice’
This past Saturday night, the Fox News Channel aired a compelling one-hour program titled "Facing Reality: Choice". In the program, Fox followed a trio of women as they went through their own particular "choice" process after learning that they were pregnant. The women, their circumstances, their attitudes, and finally their choices could not have been … Continue reading Fox’s ‘Choice’
Jesus’ Sermon on the Plain
Most everyone has heard of Jesus' unforgettable lessons taught at what has become known as the "Sermon on the Mount", what I believe to be the greatest single speech or teaching ever given. On that day, as recorded in Matthew's Gospel, Jesus gave us the Beatitudes and the Lord's Prayer and the Golden Rule. He … Continue reading Jesus’ Sermon on the Plain
You and me against the world
Many Sundays here at the old Blog are going to be, barring some major story that needs attention, our chance to present and discuss religious and/or spiritual matters. It is, after all, the Lord’s day, so the topic is most appropriate. Though I am a practicing Roman Catholic, I try to keep myself open to … Continue reading You and me against the world
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