(Plain Text Version) When we are estranged from God by serious sin, we are forgiven and restored through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. For less serious sins, the same sacrament brings forgiveness and strength to live a holy life. The Power to Forgive Sins During His public ministry, Jesus was opposed for forgiving sins. His enemiesContinue reading “Confession and Reconciliation”
Monthly Archives: February 2024
Lent, Part 3
(Plain Text Version) (This article was originally published in March, 2021.) The three common practices for Lent, prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, are all expressions of humility. When we are humble, we know our proper place in the world. We are still aware that there are good things about us, but we give up the ideaContinue reading “Lent, Part 3”
Lent – Part 2
(Plain Text Version) Lent, Part 2: To Pray Is to Be Alive (This article was originally published in March 2021) Pray, and You Will Get to Heaven! St. Alphonsus Liguori wrote a very simple saying which can be the guide for our entire life: “Those who pray are certainly saved; those who do not prayContinue reading “Lent – Part 2”
Lent, Part 1
(Plain Text Version) (This article was originally published in March, 2021. The celebration dates have been updated.) As Christians, we celebrate the great events of God’s love for us. We celebrated God becoming man during the Christmas season. Next, we will take time to remember our great need for God. Our Lord Jesus became manContinue reading “Lent, Part 1”
St. John Bosco News and Notes 