Tag: Rule
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On Bended Knee
Read More: On Bended KneeReflection When the life-giving Word of God dwelt in human flesh, he changed it into that good thing which is distinctively his, namely, life; and by being wholly united to the flesh in a way beyond our comprehension, he gave it the life-giving power which he has by his very nature. Therefore, the body of…
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“Like a Weaned Child”—Seeking Humility
Read More: “Like a Weaned Child”—Seeking HumilityReflection About four and a half years ago, I was struck by a kind of imbalance in my life. I felt the need to “do something” to cultivate more fruitful spiritual practices to ground my days. I’d accumulated a lot of knowledge and information about life in the Church—its liturgy, theology, history and biblical study.…
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Practice and Perseverance
Read More: Practice and PerseveranceReadings Proverbs 2:1–9 Psalm 1 Luke 14:27–33 Reflection Since early 2000, I have studied Tai Chi, the ancient Chinese art that adapts moves designed for self-defense into patterns that carry strange and wonderful names like “Crane Spreads Wings” and “Ride the Wild Tiger.” My teacher continues to remind me that practicing Tai Chi is just…
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