“The references to Mary in Scripture transcend the limits of her own personality in order to be the symbol of all humanity. She becomes for us a sign, or symbol, of eternal values. All that has been revealed to us about her is for the sake of our own participation in the redemption wrought by her Son.”
Sister Mary Elise Krantz, S. N.D.
For Reflection: What eternal value(s) is Mary a sign or symbol of at the Presentation? Consider this in light of the last sentence of the quote. How does this apply to your own life in general? Specifically? Right now?
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After an onslaught of negative press, the hacking of their servers, and threats from all corners of the abortion industry, Susan G. Koman (SGK) for the Cure issued a new statement today which appears to reverse a decision to cease providing grants to Planned Parenthood, although the statement is nuanced enough to suggest they just might be looking for some "breathing room."
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A London fashion designer who had a change of heart after her brother's death is devoting her talents to teaching women how to be well-dressed without dressing in a way that disrespects their God-given femininity.
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Despite the ever-mounting uproar from people of all faiths over the contraception mandate for employer provided insurance, President Barack Obama says he has no plans to reconsider the controversial decision.
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The parents of a 14 year-old victim of the controversial Gardasil vaccine are suing the manufacturer, three doctors and a clinic for their daughter's death.
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A naturopathic "doctor" from Montreal is facing criminal charges in connection with the death of an 84 year-old man who died after she injected him with magnesium.
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“Every grace that this world receives is ordinarily distributed in three steps: from God to Christ, from Christ to the Virgin, and from the Virgin to us.”
St. Bernardine of Siena
For Reflection: How are these three steps visible in both the moment of Mary’s Annunciation as well as in Simeon’s prophesy at Jesus’ Presentation? Journal any insights or blessings you receive as you ponder this reality
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Today is our 25th Anniversary in Catholic communications. I can’t believe it! What a joy it has been to proclaim the Good News of Our Lord, Jesus Christ around the world! And what an absolute pleasure and privilege it has been for both Fr. Ed and I to work together in this apostolic work. We appreciate your love and support!
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The fallout from a decision by the Susan G. Komen (SGK) Foundation to defund Planned Parenthood has exploded into a flood of vitriol directed against the organization from abortion supporters which is being fueled by reports from Komen insiders that the new rules were designed specifically to cut funding to the abortion giant.
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Senator Marco Rubio has introduced the Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 2012 that is aimed at repealing the Obama administration's mandate forcing faith-based employers to offer insurance coverage that provides contraceptives, abortifacients and sterilizations free-of-charge.
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