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Embracing Jesus’ Good News for All (Homily 3rd Sunday C)
Many commentators call Jesus’ words in our Gospel reading this weekend as Jesus’ Inaugural Address. Jesus’ proclamation in Nazareth is the mission statement that provides the key to understanding His mission as the Messiah. This is much like the speech of a president, whether he is a Democrat or a Republican, on his inauguration and…
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How Jesus’ Ancestry Reflects God’s Plan for Humanity
In the Gospel of Matthew, the genealogy of Jesus is divided into three sections of 14 generations each. The number 14 symbolizes perfection and completeness. It shows that Jesus was the fulfillment of the Davidic Covenant. He is the heir to the Messianic throne. The number 14 also represents Nisan 14, the day that Israel was…
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About This Site….
________________________________________________________________________ Fr. Dennis assists individuals and families facing difficult ethical, healthcare, and end-of-life decisions. He helps clarify complex healthcare and ethical questions so families can make thoughtful, informed decisions consistent with human dignity and the faith. Throughout his ministry and healthcare experience, Fr. Dennis has encountered many individuals and families facing the realities of aging,…
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Journey of the Magi: A Spiritual Reflection
The Magi, or “Three Kings’” took a treacherous journey to search for the newborn King. They came from the East, most likely from the countries of Persia or Arabia. They faced many obstacles along the way. These included harmful elements on the road. They also encountered extreme weather conditions in the deserts and mountains. They…
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New Year, New Beginnings: Resetting Life Goals
Reset or restart your computers regularly. This instruction is one of the manufacturers’ recommendations when working with computers. Some manuals suggest doing this procedure at least once a week. Resetting or restarting a computer is effective for several reasons. Software can become bloated. Settings files can become corrupt. Additionally, your computer’s drive can fill up…
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Overcoming Breast Cancer: A Survivor’s Story of Faith and Support
by Riezl Banilao-Catacutan, RN March 26, 2019 was a frightful day in my life. That morning, I was heading to the hospital to get the result of my confirmatory excision biopsy that was done almost a month earlier. As you can imagine, the time in between was filled with uncertainty, trying to figure out the…
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