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November 6, 2016 by adminstmike
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Being a Vibrant Parish – 20140316

Posted on March 16, 2014 by adminstmike

One of the final ways to practice the Presence of God, according to Anthony M. Coniaris, is rather interesting. He suggests that, like the prodigal son, we engage in speaking to ourselves, that is what has come to be known … Continue reading →

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Being a Vibrant Parish – 20140309

Posted on March 9, 2014 by adminstmike

Since our homes are, or should be, the first and most important churches in our lives, we need to think about how we practice the presence of God in our homes. If we do not feel the presence of God … Continue reading →

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Being a Vibrant Parish – 201400302

Posted on March 2, 2014 by adminstmike

During a number of past weeks I have been sharing thoughts about how we might Practice the Presence of God, which is critical for true spiritual growth.  We should never forget that the spiritual growth of each member contributes to … Continue reading →

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A Vibrant Parish Lives the Great Fast

Posted on February 24, 2014 by adminstmike

A vibrant parish is one that truly lives the Great Fast because it sees the Fast as an opportunity to grow in the faith. Members of a vibrant Parish voluntarily embrace ascetical practices. The Great Fast begins in just eight … Continue reading →

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Being a Vibrant Parish – 20140216

Posted on February 16, 2014 by adminstmike

I have been sharing with you the hints that a priest at Gonzaga University has come up with in order to pray with the Scriptures. I would quickly review these to help you remember: (1) Passage, (2) Place, (3) Posture … Continue reading →

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Being a Vibrant Parish – 20140209

Posted on February 10, 2014 by adminstmike

Praying with the Scriptures can be best facilitated by following five simple “Ps”. The first was, as we saw last week, Pick a Passage. The second is Pick a Place.  Reading and praying with the Scriptures requires the right place. … Continue reading →

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Being a Vibrant Parish – 20140202

Posted on February 2, 2014 by adminstmike

In the last issue of this article it was my desire to encourage my readers to make the reading of the New Testament an essential part of their lives. I suggest, in particular, the New Testament and, the Psalms from … Continue reading →

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Being a Vibrant Parish – 20140126

Posted on January 26, 2014 by adminstmike

Another means of practicing God’s presence daily is by opening His personal letter to us, the Bible, and     letting Him speak to us. The Bible has very aptly been called God’s personal love letter to us with a proposal for    … Continue reading →

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Being a Vibrant Parish – 20140119

Posted on January 22, 2014 by adminstmike

While we are well-enough informed about the liturgical life of the early Church and the Fathers, we are not very informed about their private prayer. The reason for this is the fact that they advised everyone not to talk about … Continue reading →

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