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How a Meal Can Change Everything
Did you know that a single meal has the power to change everything — literally EVERYTHING! How else would you describe that Last Supper in which the priesthood was established, and the Savior of the world gave his last words of encouragement and instruction, before He would be ransomed for our sins? That one meal changed everything — and did you know that, in our participation in the Sacred Meal at every Mass, Jesus is still working to transform us. Which is why I think we greatly underestimate the power of a meal. Beyond that Sacred Meal, though, there is another type of transformation that happens when friends and family…
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A Family Hike to St. Anthony’s Chapel in Korčula
Remember when we used to be able to travel? That was fun, wasn’t it? Anywho it’s all going to be okay. Really, it will. In the meantime, there are plenty of adventures you can scrounge up wherever you are around the world. If you find yourself “stuck at home” this summer, finding a local shrine and creating your own family pilgrimage for the day is an awesome way to break up the regular routine and make some memories. Added bonus: it doesn’t have to cost you a penny — and just maybe, you will discover a fondness for family hikes you never knew you had. Extra bonus: it expends all…
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The Goal of Prayer
Why pray? It’s a great question, and I think the answer lies in understanding what exactly prayer is. There is so much that has been said about prayer — I certainly can’t sum it all up in one post — but perhaps a simple image can help us reach the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the essence of prayer. This summer we went on a pilgrimage, and it brought us to ancient cities with beautiful monastic dwellings, hidden amidst the shops, bustle and chaos of city life. Discovering these beautiful, hidden gems and stopping for a prayer or Mass or just a moment to regain a little…
