February 16
"The moral and spiritual strength of a woman is joined to her awareness that God entrusts the human being to her in a special way. Of course, God entrusts every human being to each and every other human being. But this entrusting concerns women in a special way - precisely by reason of their femininity - and this in a particular way determines their vocation."
-Mulieris Dignatatem, no. 30
Today's Reflection:
God entrusts life into the heart of woman. Some are called to bear physical life but all are called to bare spiritual life. In either case, God entrusts life into our maternal care, whether you are single or married. Who is God calling you to "mother" today?
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February 15
"We must also remember the great number of single persons who, because of the particular circumstances in which they have to live - often not of their choosing - are especially close to Jesus' heart and therefore deserve the special affection and active solicitude of the Church, especially of pastors. Many remain without a human family often due to conditions of poverty. Some live their situation in the spirit of the Beatitudes, serving God and neighbor in exemplary fashion. The doors of homes, the 'domestic churches,' and of the great family which is the Church must be open to all of them."
-Catechism of the Catholic Church 1658
Today's Reflection:
We're all called to vocation. For anyone who is single but feels called to marriage, joy and fulfillment can be found during the time of waiting in family, friends, work, apostolate and participation in the redemptive action of the Church. The Church as the family of God embraces our single brothers and sisters and encourages self discovery, healing and a deeper understanding of authentic love.
Are you single? How can you live the "spirit of the Beatitudes" in your journey? Are you married? What can you do to embrace a single person into your "domestic church?"
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DA asks: "
Is metaphor training new-age? It is a technique used by my catholic therapist."
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Recent headlines have been dominated by news of the passage of radical pro-abortion laws, but behind the scenes, pro-life victories are continuing to occur.
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February 14
"God created us to live in loving union with Him for all eternity."
Today's Reflection:
What more could one ask for on the day we celebrate St. Valentine than to know that God desires spousal union with us for all eternity? If there is a longing or expectation that hasn't been met today, rest in the knowledge that you are completely and utterly loved by God.
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The Vatican has announced the official feast day for Pope St. Paul VI which will be celebrated annually on May 29 as an optional memorial.
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After winning his sixth Super Bowl, it’s safe to say that Patriots quarterback Tom Brady knows how to win a lot of football games. But he doesn’t rely on grueling practices and tough workouts alone. Brady says he also relies on superstitious practices gleaned from his wife’s witchcraft to get ready for big games.
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by Laurie PuhnAre you looking for a meaningful Valentine’s Day without spending a dime? Share the gifts below!
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February 13
"Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God."
-1 John 4:7
Today's Reflection:
God is the source of love and you can't give what you don't have. Allow God to love you today. Spend time in His loving gaze.
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Pro-abortion legislators in the state of New Mexico are poised to pass another radical abortion bill, with this one mandating that all doctors perform abortions regardless of their personal beliefs.
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