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Praying the Rosary
(Creighton University, Online Ministries, 2000-01-01)
Text from the beginning of "Praying the Rosary"|In the beginning of his 2002 encyclical on the Rosary, Pope John Paul II said:|The Rosary, though clearly Marian in character, is at heart a Christocentric prayer. In the ...
How Do I Prepare for Mass on Sunday?
(Creighton University, Online Ministries, 2000-01-01)
Text from the first four paragraphs of "How Do I Prepare for Mass on Sunday?"|A few of us are saying, "I prepare by getting my family to church, with the least amount of fighting." All of us have, at one time or another, ...
Understanding the Mass
(Creighton University, Online Ministries, 2000-01-01)
Text from "Understanding the Mass"|This is a simple outline of what is going on with each part of the Mass. It can be a great help in reflecting on what we are doing together at the Eucharist. It can help us pray individually ...
What If I Have Trouble Getting Better?
(Creighton University, Online Ministries, 2000-01-01)
Text from the first three paragraphs of "What if I Have Trouble Getting Better?"|All of us have said it, or thought it, one time or another. "I don't seem to get better." We pray. We go to church. We aren't terrible people. ...
Enjoying Vacation Time
(Creighton University, Online Ministries, 2000-01-01)
Text from the first four paragraphs of "Enjoying Vacation Time"|It is difficult to take a break, to be on holiday or on vacation but it can be easier with a focus on the reasons for rest. A recent study demonstrated that ...
A Vatican II Overview
(Creighton University, Online Ministries, 2000-01-01)
Text from the first three paragraphs of "A Vatican II Overview"|The fiftieth anniversary of the beginning of Vatican II inspires me to reflect upon a few things about what that Council meant for us. We can sometimes forget ...
Praying the Psalms
(Creighton University, Online Ministries, 2000-01-01)
Text from the first four paragraphs of "Praying the Psalms"|Using the Psalms is a great way to pray. These wonderful examples of Hebrew poetry come from worship services, important celebrations and historical events, songs ...
Bury the Dead
(Creighton University, Online Ministries, 2000-01-01)
"Every one of us has experienced the death of someone we love, whether it is a distant, elderly friend or the deep pain of losing a spouse or child. What can we do in this final Work of Mercy?|We can always go to a wake ...
Clothe the Naked
(Creighton University, Online Ministries, 2000-01-01)
We can clean out closets and donate the extras. But isn't there something more? Can we simplify our lives and our wardrobes? How many pairs of shoes do I own? Can I donate more than my excess? I can decide to winnow ...
Praying in Times of Crisis
(Creighton University, Online Ministries, 2000-01-01)
Text from the first three paragraphs of "Praying in Times of Crisis".|Times of crisis are, perhaps, the most important times to turn to God. Sometime we cry, "Help me!" or "Please!" or "Save me!" God wants to be there ...