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Saint Mary-Mother of us all

The memory of the Church is maternal because the Church itself is our mother.  Each of us, have been reborn in the womb of the baptismal font.  The deepest point of the church is identity.  The one woman who defines … Continue reading

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Preparation for Divine Liturgy is the key to receive full benefit

  We need to absolutely prepare for the services.  We should have some time of prayer before we attend the Divine Liturgy.  And then when we go to the service, we are in harmony with the service and we are … Continue reading

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Peace of heart

Peace of heart lies in perfect acceptance of God’s will. Only one thing is needed. True simplicity, the calmness that results from complete submission to whatever God wills, patience and forbearance toward the faults of others, frankness in confessing your … Continue reading

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Repent now or never

Saint Arsenie Boca was a renowned confessor and a spiritual guide.  He was extremely bothered and concerned about the many people he confessed who refused to change their life, choosing to continue satisfying their desires.  St. Arsenie was fully aware … Continue reading

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