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Earlier in this year, we received a call from a neighbor. It seems there was a Yorkie Terrier dog down in Mesa — some 90 miles away. The elderly owners of Muffin had passed away, and the family members taking care of affairs didn’t want to keep the dog

I sat in the chair, one I hadn’t occupied for far too long, and enjoyed the feel of being pampered a bit.  Never mind that I hate having my hair straightened: this was adult conversation, and my hair was finally cut and styled.

Reflection on Today’s Daily Readings by Fr. Bertrand Buby, SM

Minnesotans love to talk about (read: complain) about the weather.  There has been a lot to talk about the past few months!  In August it was in the high 50’s/low 60’s. 

Will you get the Swine Flu vaccine?

Reflection on Today’s Daily Readings by Fr. Bertrand Buby, SM

Below is an excerpt from a book I have written about Mary and my motherhood. As I continue to find myself ‘speaking out’ when in fact I wish to remain silent and alone, it is because I believe Mary was very much the same way.

In The 13th Day, a timely message of Fatima has been retold for a new generation. Directors Ian and Dominic Higgins, accomplished more than a pious revival of a fond moment in Catholic history, they re-cast familiar images of a story whose relevance has grown with time.

It’s probably just a matter of time until burglary suspect Kane Kellett files a lawsuit claiming he was denied his right to free speech.

Cross his Heart is the debut album from Patrice Egging, and as strange as this may sound, I’d have to say that Patrice is one of the most inspired artists that I’ve run across.

Reflection on Today’s Daily Readings by Fr. Bertrand Buby, SM

Parents don’t often get to give their children commencement speeches at graduation, but they do have the benefit of having produced a 18 year essay for their children revealing what they hope their children will hold in their hearts when they pack off for college. 

When it comes right down to it the only One we can truly put our faith in is God. People let us down; we let people down. Life goes on. But God is always there to pick up the pieces, to console, to strengthen, to love us.

Last week, we shared Chapter Four of noted author Katherine Valentine’s newest inspirational novel.  Join us each Monday as we watch this incredible story unfold.

Here’s the latest of our children’s gospel messages for this week’s liturgy of the word. As always, you can locate all of our gospel activities for children — coloring pages, puzzles, mass worksheets, lesson plans and more here.

This week on Catholic Moments, we welcome special guests Kim and Jason Kotecki.  Kim, a former Kindergarten teacher and Jason, a professional cartoonist fight “Adultitis” and make it their mission in life to help people to use strategies from childhood to create lives with less stress and more fun. 

I’m so happy to announce that my terrific friends over at The Catholic Company have gone above and beyond to make my new book, The Handbook for Catholic Moms: Nurturing Your Heart, Mind, Body and Soul, available for pre-order on their website here. 

A special thanks to our sponsor CatholicMatch.com for sharing the following article by Mary Beth Bonacci.  Mary Beth’s article reminds me of a few episodes of “dumping” and “being dumped” in my own life.  I love the words of wisdom she shares!

The Solemnity of Christ the King