When we receive Holy Communion, we hear the words, "This is my Body" and "This is my Blood," to which we dutifully answer, "Amen." But have you ever considered exactly what those words mean?
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11th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A)
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12th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A)
Jesus was very clear about the cost of discipleship. It might entail family division, persecution, and even death. He didn't mince words when he talked about the hardships his followers would face. And yet, at the same time he says, "Do not be afraid."
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13th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A)
If you ask people what they want, they'll often say that they want a new car, a better job, a bigger house, or some other possession. But if you probe a little deeper, you'll find that they don't really want possessions. Rather, they desire a sense of fulfillment, a feeling of being loved and che...
