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Consolation Doesn’t Always Feel Good: Gratitude in Difficult Moments

Consolation Doesn’t Always Feel Good: Gratitude in Difficult Moments

by Sean Barry, SJ | Nov 24, 2021 | Blogs, Faith & Family, Spirituality    ~ Approx. 3 mins

The days are steadily growing shorter.  The temperature is dropping, and people are starting to don hats and heavier coats.  Every year around Thanksgiving, I like to pray with the question, “What am I grateful for?” I think it’s a good question for everyone to pray...
A Thanksgiving Prayer When You Dread Going Home

A Thanksgiving Prayer When You Dread Going Home

by Jake Braithwaite, SJ | Nov 27, 2019 | Blogs, Spirituality    ~ Approx. 2min

Some people have lovely Thanksgivings with perfectly trimmed turkeys, eaten in reasonable portions, and lit expertly for a picturesque Instagram. This prayer is for everyone else. All-seeing God, It’s a chore to dine with these people. Every time I go home, I’m...

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In his twelfth installment, Deacon Steve’s friends all ask him if he’s excited for impending priestly ordination. The answer…. well it’s complicated.

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