Lent 2020
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Lent day 28: a solution for the Church
Today’s meditation once again isn’t on a specific prayer or passage. It again takes the form of reflection, this time in a positive light. Bishop Athanasius Schneider has recently given an interview in which he outlines the current crisis, and disseminates the solution. I hope that reading it gives you a glimpse of the truth…
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Lent day 27: The Ninth Station – Jesus Falls the Third Time
We adore Thee, O Christ, and we praise Thee, because by Thy holy cross Thou hast redeemed the world. Mediation: Consider the third fall of Jesus Christ. His weakness was extreme, and the cruelty of His executioners excessive, who tried to hasten His steps when He had scarcely strength to move. Prayer: Ah, my outraged…
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Lent day 26: the response of the Faithful
This Lenten meditation isn’t exactly a meditation, but a reflection. Clearly we are in the midst of a time of discord and uncertainty in the world. (That almost makes it sound like there are times of certainty, though I’m not sure I’ve encountered any as such.) But with this pandemic taking up everyone’s full attention,…