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Author - Fr. Mike Stubbs

in the beginning
In the beginning

Offerings of Melchizedek foreshadow the Eucharist

June 21, 2019
in the beginning
In the beginning

Pentecost is a celebration of the enduring presence of the Spirit

June 7, 2019
in the beginning
In the beginning

Covenant of Noah invites early converts to Christianity

May 24, 2019
in the beginning
In the beginning

Stretching ourselves both takes,and gives, strength

May 17, 2019
in the beginning
In the beginning

Paul’s efforts accelerated separation from Judaism

May 10, 2019
in the beginning
In the beginning

Apostles heal in the power of Jesus’ name

May 3, 2019
in the beginning
In the beginning

Jesus’ death on a ‘tree’ holds multiple symbols

April 19, 2019
in the beginning
In the beginning

In the past, we find hope for the present

April 5, 2019
in the beginning
In the beginning

Circumcision represents entry into God’s covenant with Abraham

March 29, 2019
in the beginning
In the beginning

‘Milk and honey’ promises more than you think

March 22, 2019
in the beginning
In the beginning

Landless, childless Abram finds answers in the night

March 15, 2019
in the beginning
In the beginning

Prodigal’s return represents turning back to God

March 8, 2019
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