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When I Called, You Answered
Some of us have that friend about whom we are constantly discovering new things. Maybe we’ve known this person for ten or even twenty years, and one day at lunch we’ll find out they’re a direct descendant of a dead president or they once met a major celebrity.
... Read More»LIVE THE LITURGY – INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK
July 23, 2022
Ultimately, what does God promise to give us when we pray? The short answer to that question is God. God promises to give Himself to us in prayer. Prayer is about union with God, not receiving favors. When God comes to us in prayer,
... Read More»Dreaming with Pope Francis, a reflection:
July 22, 2022
During the summer, Brenda Meyer, our social justice minister, has been facilitating group discussions on Pope Francis latest book, “Let Us Dream“. She will be offering more opportunities in August. If you are interested in joining that discussion,
... Read More»ABRAHAM DREW NEARER
July 22, 2022
Genesis 18:20-32
Colossians 2:12-14
Luke 11:1-13
I’m from the Midwest. My parents and grandparents were all born, raised, and lived their lives in the Midwest. There is a pathological politeness that has worked its way into our genetic code and the thought of inconveniencing another person causes us actual physical discomfort,
... Read More»Sunday Gospel Warm-Up
July 22, 2022
July 24 Luke 11:1-13 Prayer and Disciples
Our recent Sunday Gospel readings come out of the section of Luke’s Gospel where Jesus’ teaching is about discipleship and ministry. In this Sunday’s reading, he focuses on prayer,
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Upcoming Retreat
July 20, 2022
Life-Giving Wounds is a Catholic, peer-led ministry helping young adults and adults whose parents are separated or divorced to give voice to their pain and find deep spiritual healing.
The Dioceses of Evansville and Owensboro will host a 3-day Life Giving Wounds Retreat at SARTO Retreat Center in Evansville,
Eucharistic Renewal
July 20, 2022
The Diocese of Evansville has kicked off a Eucharistic Renewal in which our Parishes, Catholic Schools and Diocesan Offices will be participating! At the same time, all of the Catholic dioceses in the United States will be holding a Eucharistic Renewal (referred to as a “revival” on the national level).
... Read More»GriefShare
July 20, 2022
Prayer: The 3rd Leg of Justice
July 20, 2022
We often talk about the Two Feet of Love: Charity and Justice. I love the symbolism of the two feet. I tend to think of Justice work as a stool with 3 legs: Charity, Justice, and Prayer. The First leg– Charity is responsible for addressing the needs of the poor and disadvantaged.
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