There are no coincidences with God. Jesus has given us his mother to be our mother also. Why would we not want to approach Jesus in the company of Mary when we are praying for a special intention?
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Archdiocesan year in review–2009
So before the books are closed on 2009, let’s take one last look back at the events and people that affected our lives as the church in northeastern Kansas.
Twelve ways to celebrate the 12 days of Christmas (not including pipers piping)
There are many ways we can mark the Christmas season (the one that starts with Christmas), and deepen our Catholic identity. Here are 12 suggestions.
Column: True Christmas miracles puts secular traditions to shame
Do you believe in the true Christmas miracle?
Column: Catholic schools help kids encounter the world through the lens of faith
Catholic schools today are providing that same experience and comfort. It is a great gift we give our students — to help them make sense of the world around them through the lens of our faith.
Column: This season become an ambassador for Christ
As ambassadors for Christ, we can help others see the value of each human being.
Column: Christ comes each day in the face of the needy
The Christ Child whose birth we celebrate today came as a light in the darkness. He came as a beacon of hope to those who were hopeless. He came to point the way for us, showing us how to live a life of service.
Column: Jesus’ true identity revealed in Temple story
Mary and Joseph have found Jesus’ physical location: the temple in Jerusalem. But Jesus’ words to them suggests that they are still in the process of finding out who Jesus really is, of discovering his true identity. That is the...
Column: Will 2010 be a bowl of cherries or just the pits?
I’d add one more thing; call it no. 5002: Get a copy of this book for yourself and for at least three of your friends. Start doing the suggestions; cross off the ones you’ve accomplished. Then on Jan. 1, 2011, look back and see...
Ooh la-la! SOS goes French? Oui!
“I love our church and I know that it is imperative for the future of the church that we have good priests,” said Stockwell, a member of Curé of Ars Parish in Leawood.