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The Power Given Us

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When I look back at 36 years of priesthood, I can honestly say that I have been abundantly blessed. Time and again, I have been the recipient of so many gifts. Unfortunately, I am embarrassed to say that I have not always used them. The busyness of life, coupled with the demands of ministry, has Read More
Gifts

Shy Tokens

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Years ago, at a summer assembly of Holy Cross priests and brothers, a mentor offered us an image of our possessions I will never forget. He spoke about all the trinkets, gifts and knickknacks on our bookshelves in our rooms and offices. He said how quiet they are because only we know their sentiment or Read More
Christmas

Gifts We Have Yet to Open

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Some time ago, when I was a young priest in my first pastorate, I received a beautifully ornate clock as a Christmas gift from a parishioner. It came from an older woman and her husband who were, as they say, “pillars of the Church.” I gravitated toward this woman because of her effusive personality, love Read More