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Pope Francis’ Message for Lent 2023
Pope Francis
February 17, 2023
In his message for Lent 2023, Pope Francis reflected on the Transfiguration of Our Lord and the “’retreat’ on Mount Tabor” as an image of the Church’s journey to Easter as well as of the synodal path. The Holy Father said that “Lent leads to Easter: the ‘retreat’ is not an end in itself, but ...read more
Many people associate Lent with sacrifice and giving up something they enjoy. However, Lent isn’t just about suffering and repentance: it’s also about spiritual growth. It’s a time for introspection, reflection, and self-examination. As Catholics, we are called to look inward, turn away from our vices, and seek God’s healing, strength, and guidance to make ...read more
I find that Lent is a certain “dying to ourselves.” Often, we imagine this happens through giving something up, and it certainly does. There are many things that we can remove from our lives to amplify God more: social media, coffee, online shopping.  But what if amplifying God can come about through a different means, ...read more
Read the full text of Pope Francis' homily for Pentecost Sunday, given in St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican on June 5, 2022. ...read more
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The fire of God’s love | Word Alive
Steve Lawrence
June 3, 2022
This Pentecost, Steve Lawrence reflects on the fire we call the Holy Spirit and how we are called to open our hearts and be consumed by that fire. ...read more
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Somewhere beyond the clouds | Word Alive
Carissa Douglas
May 27, 2022
On the feast of the Ascension, Carissa Douglas reflects that we are called both to look forward to heaven and to be Christ’s presence at work in the world. ...read more
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Bearing the light of the Lamb | Word Alive
Deacon Eric Gurash
May 20, 2022
As we approach the end of the Easter season, it is a perfect time for us to reflect on where and how we are called to bear our Easter light. ...read more
This Sunday's readings show us that discouragement is not an obstacle to faith but an opportunity to pause and seek council from others and from God. ...read more
The example of Christ shows us how we, as members of the Catholic Church, can support people who live with mental illness and their families. ...read more
On the 2nd Sunday of Easter, Divine Mercy Sunday, Dario F. Mobini reflects on how mercy is at the very heart of the Church’s mission. ...read more