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LITANY OF THE MOST PRECIOUS BLOOD
Because the month of July is traditionally dedicated by the Church to the Precious Blood of Jesus, this month's community prayer at our fraternity meeting will be the recitation of the Litany of the Most Precious Blood. It is included it here for your convenience and edification....
Pater Noster Fraternity Council
On February 19, 2006, the Pater Noster Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order, Omaha, NE conducted a Chapter of Elections. The elections were presided over by Jim Hein, SFO, Queen of Peace Regional Minster. Jim was accompanied by his wife, Sis Hein, SFO. The elections were held at St. ...
SEEING CHRIST IN THE POOR
One of the basic tenets of our faith is that we are all born in the image and likeness of God. “God created man in his image; in the divine image he created him; male and female he created them.” (Gen 1:27) There is no reference to faith or creed! All men, male and female, were created in his ...
WHO ARE THE POOR
All through scripture we find references to the poor. None of the actions taken by humanity since has eliminated the poor. As Jesus said, "The poor you will have with you always." But we find that the Bible does not just refer to the poor when a lack of justice is being decried. The prophets in ...
Litany of the Most Precious Blood
Litany of the Most Precious Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Christ, hear us. Christ, hear us. Christ, graciously hear us. Christ, graciously hear us. God the Father of ...
New Article for Lent
LITANY OF HUMILITY (Accustomed to be said after celebration of Mass, by Merry Cardinal del Val, secretary of state to Pope Saint Pius X) (for private use only) O Jesus, meek and humble of heart, Have mercy on me. From the wish to be esteemed, Deliver me, O Jesus. From the wish to be ...
Now Is The Time by Veronica Leger, SFO
and Dan Boeckman (Omaha World-Herald, Sunday, May 2, 1993) Few of us go through life without being hurt by someone. Maybe it is something they have said to us. Maybe it is something they have done to us. It might have happened only yesterday or possibly many years ago. But no matter what ...
"Very Special" Olympics
Devoted to providing year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults. During recent years, members from the fraternity have worked in the kitchen. There are many tasks to be done, and this is not easy work! But when you see the beautiful faces of the athletes (the ...
"New" Pater Noster Gift Ideas
Click the 'LINKS' button to connect to our beautiful page of practical and useful "Franciscan" gift ideas. All proceeds go to support the activities of the Pater Noster Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order.
Father Charlie's Monday Morning Alka-Seltzer
Father Charlie's Monday Morning Alka-Seltzer
US Senate: Cardinal McCarrick defends religious freedom of Muslims, Catholics
Testifying before a senate judiciary subcommittee hearing on “Protecting the Civil Rights of American Muslims,” Cardinal Theodore McCarrick defended the religious freedom of Muslims and Catholics.
Speaking on behalf of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, the ...
Persecution of Church looming in Sudan?
The secretary general of the Sudanese bishops’ conference is expressing concern that the Church in the northern part of the nation will suffer persecution if the residents of southern Sudan opt for independence in a January 2011 referendum. In addition, “the lives of ...
Mother Teresa’s Successor Reflects on Suffering
In an interview with Fides, the news agency of the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples, Sister Mary Prema, superior general of the Missionaries of Charity, reflects on suffering and on the example of Blessed Teresa of Calcutta. She says:
We can take ...
Statement On The Death Of Cardinal John Foley
All of us in Catholic media mourn the passing of our good friend, Cardinal John Foley. He was a bright, witty, humble man who served his Church faithfully and well in many capacities: Diocesan newspaper editor, officer of the Catholic Press Association and recipient of the St. Francis de Sales Award...
Introducing New Features at TheCatholicDirectory.com
We are committed to providing the best possible directory of Catholic Churches. Not only is our directory the most up to date directory available on the internet, but we are adding features to enhance your experience. TheCatholicDirectory.com is your resource when you want to find Mass Times...
A vision of Heaven
As Dale McKay was facing death, he spoke to writer Nancy Schertzing about his feelings and his hopes for heaven. Later, Nancy spoke with Dale's widow, Ellen, who shared the joy of their marriage and the moving experience of Dale's death. Their story is filled with love and hope that speaks to all of us.
A new Dawn
It's the dawn of a new day, metaphorically speaking, for Dawn Smith. Dawn has found hope and healing from participating in Project Rachel, a ministry for those suffering from an abortion experience
In the Know with Father Joe
Dear Fr. Joe: What is a mortal sin? If I commit one, do I automatically go to hell?
A Lesson from Jonah
If you saw the person you have grown to hate with a car coming at them, you would:
A. keep walking, it’s not your fault
B. tell someone else to warn her/him.
C. reluctantly yell out a warning.
D. yell “Watch out!” and move to get them out of the way.
New Mission Education Materials From Glenmary
A major commitment of Glenmary Home Missioners is to call young people into mission and to raise awareness of mission need here in the United States. That’s the goal of the new Educate & Inspire: Home Mission Materials From Glenmary, a joint project of Glenmary priests, brothers and sisters. The first materials were released in time for Mission Month (October) 2006 and the latest...
'The Right Thing to Do'
That's how Kevin Flack explained his commitment to integrate his Georgia high-school prom. He was the only active Catholic in his junior class, but he drew support from his parents and his Glenmary mission parish.
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New Morning...how you start your morning affects your whole day!!!
Before you turn to the news, before you turn to the weather, before you check the traffic report, focus on the things that will really make a difference in your day --- your values, your faith, your personal journey. New Morning illuminates the tangible reality of God's presence in our lives in both small and great ways.
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Family Rosary Announces Winners of 2008 "Try Prayer! It Works!" Contest
Family Rosary has announced the winners of the 2008 "Try Prayer! It Works!" contest. The 13th annual national competition — which encourages students to express their faith through art, poetry and prose — attracted more than 3,000 entries from more than 50,000 participants from across the country. ...
Modern builder of Notre Dame, public servant, priest profiled
Family Theater Productions’ latest documentary “God, Country, Notre Dame: The Story of Father Ted Hesburgh, CSC,” will have its premier broadcast at Noon (EST), Sunday, Nov. 6 on The Hallmark Channel as a special presentation of Faith and Values Media. More information at www.hesburgh.org
Danny's Magic Drawings
“But it’s just a picture,” said Danny. He sat on the sidewalk in front of his house. Green and purple sidewalk chalk smudged his face and t-shirt.
I have an awful problem, and I don’t know what to do. Our monthly TV Mass became a weekly TV program and over 30 years has remained the only regular, local Catholic TV presentation in Scranton, PA. On January 26, 1987 Catholic Television (CTV) of the Diocese of Scranton made its debut as a 24-hour cable TV channel. Today, it is the first and only Catholic Diocesan Communications Office... Each year California Catholics gather in Sacramento to speak with their elected officials That’s the question the Catholic Church asks in a series of TV and radio spots launched June 27 by the
Pest Control Pennies
My problem’s name is Andrew, and he’s all of three foot two.
He hid my orange crayon, and he lost my favorite ...
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Part 4: How to Be a Dynamic and Evangelizing Parish
Two very different parishes show what it takes to be both energetic and spiritual.
Part 3: How to Be a Dynamic and Evangelizing Parish
Two very different parishes show what it takes to be both energetic and spiritual.
7th Sun [B] 2012
Our Judeo-Christian history begins with the recognition that God is the Sovereign Power who created the sun, the moon, the stars and universe… a universe into which God gave life, our human life. That history unfolded as recorded in the Old Testament, a history in which we humans rebelled against God because of our own prideful self-will.
6th Sun [B] 2012
The first reading for today’s Mass along with the Gospel passage speak of those who are outcasts, those who are literally cast out from the communities of Israel. In our society of today we have our own outcasts of a different sort, but nevertheless similar. In our day we have a few who are quarantined due to disease of illness.
California Catholic Lobby Day
about issues of concern to the Church. This effort is ...
What Have You Done for Your Marriage Today?
Benedict XVI Invites The International Community To Help The Countries Of The Sahel
This morning in the Vatican, the Holy Father received in audience twenty-five members of the John Paul II Foundation for the Sahel (the sub-Saharan region of Africa which includes countries on the west coast and central part of the continent). The institution came into being following John Paul ...
Holy See Press Office Rejects Unfounded Claims About The IOR And The AIF
The Holy See Press Office has issued a communique rejecting claims made in an article entitled "Money Laundering: Four Priests under Investigation. The Silence of the Vatican" which appeared yesterday in the Italian newspaper "L'Unita". Extracts from the communique are given ...
Jesus' Prayer Before Dying
The prayer of Jesus at the moment of His death, as narrated by St. Mark and St. Matthew was the theme of Benedict XVI's catechesis during his general audience, held this morning in the Paul VI Hall.
"In the structure of the narrative", the Pope said, "Jesus' cry rises ...
Pope's Lenten Message: Charity As A Means To Salvation
Made public today was the 2012 Lenten Message of the Holy Father Benedict XVI, the title of which is taken from the Letter to the Hebrews: "Let us be concerned for each other, to stir a response in love and good works". Extracts from the English-language version of the document are ...