Historical Context of Feeding the Homeless In the rich tradition of the Catholic Church, caring for those without homes holds a central place from its very beginnings. Jesus Christ Himself consistently demonstrated profound compassion for the poor and marginalized, often sharing meals with them. His parable of the Last Judgment in Matthew 25 clearly identifies […]
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A New Immigrant Family Finding a School in Flushing: Past Challenges and Present Hopes Immigration has shaped human history, often driven by a quest for safety, opportunity, or a better life. For centuries, families have left their homelands, seeking new beginnings in unfamiliar lands. Finding a suitable school for their children consistently stands as a
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Dear Scholar and Martyr, it was not the King of England but you who were the true Defender of the Faith. Like Christ unjustly condemned, neither promises nor threats could make you accept a civil ruler as head of the Christian Church. Perfect in your honesty and love of truth, grant that lawyers and judges
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Almighty God, for the glory of Your Name and the salvation of souls, You conferred upon St. Lawrence, the spirits of counsel and fortitude. Grant us, in the same Spirit, to know what we are to do, and through his prayers, to do what we have come to know. We ask this through Our Lord
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O blessed Jesus, give me stillness of soul in You. Let Your mighty calmness reign in me. Rule me, O King of Gentleness, King of Peace.
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Fortify me with the grace of Your Holy Spirit and give Your peace to my soul that I may be free from all needless anxiety, solicitude and worry. Help me to desire always that which is pleasing and acceptable to You so that Your will may be my will.
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Do not look forward in fear to the changes in life; rather, look to them with full hope that as they arise, God, whose very own you are, will lead you safely through all things; and when you cannot stand it, God will carry you in His arms. Do not fear what may happen tomorrow;
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Gentle St. Francis you were so devoted to the humanity of Christ. Your heart burst with appreciation toward God for taking on human life. You saw beauty and goodness in all living things – in birds that sing, the fish that fill our waters, and all that lives in nature. Help us to imitate your
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Most gracious Father, bless with your special care all penitentiaries and homes of refuge. Look with pity on those who are housed there. Guide and protect those who have returned to the world. Grant all of them true contrition for past sins, and strengthen them in their good resolutions. Lead them along from grace to
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Dear St. Anthony, you were prompt to fulfill all justice. You gave God and His creation the service He required from you. You respected other people’s rights and treated them with kindness and understanding. St. Anthony, Zealous for Justice, teach me the beauty of this virtue. Make me prompt to fulfill all justice toward God
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