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The Value of Fasting Today

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Before embarking on a reflection that ultimately considers a specific mode of fasting, a few things need to be mentioned concerning modern-day attitudes toward the very concept and value of fasting. Modern thought, even within the realm of Catholic thinking and practice, often views the practice of fasting as archaic and, therefore, outdated. However, before Read More

A Light in the Desert

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We survive many deserts as priests. Lent becomes an invitation to explore them, to turn over the rocks we find there, to sift through the debris and face the sun. Our deserts are varied and sometimes overwhelming. Lent invites us to gaze at them with tender hearts and with great fortitude and phenomenal surrender. These Read More

‘Your Will Be Done’

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One of the misconceptions about life is that when we receive our degree or diploma there will be no more classes, studying or exams. And yet we all come to see that the classroom experience never really ends. There are always more lessons to be learned, subject matter to be studied and tests to be Read More

Shepherding the Flock in Lent

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On Ash Wednesday, St. Paul reminds us that “we are ambassadors for Christ” (2 Cor 5:20) sharing in the work of reconciliation. These words have a special significance for all who are ordained as priests, because they recall the words we heard on the day of our ordination. After the laying on of hands, the Read More
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