Online recently, the question was posed as to why people, in general, are Catholic. I could answer this in a myriad of different ways, but I think the reasons that I am Catholic and desire to remain so are as follows: I am Catholic because it is gives my life direction and purpose. There are […]
I don’t think there’s any shame in admitting that at home, I’m a trackie pants, oversized jumper and ugg boots wearer. In summer, it’s a daggy t-shirt, comfy shorts and my trusty haiviana thongs. I have always preferred slacks to skirts, because I find pants so much more practical (especially if you want to curl
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I’m thinking about hanging a sign out the front of our house that reads: ‘The Shaw Infirmary’. I kid you not. Since just prior to Lent my family have endured two gastro bugs, two colds, sinus infections, worms and allergy flare ups. Between the six of us there has been at least one
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I recently contravened the rules of a Facebook group. I posted an advert for a family member who was trying to sell some kittens. I had no idea that the content of my post broke the rules set down by admin. Now these rules were a technicality but they were rules none the less.
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St Catherine of Siena Feast: 29th April Patronage: Fire Prevention Doctor of the Church The youngest of 25 children, Catherine was nicked named “joy” in Greek, as she brought much joy to her family with her joyful nature and spirit as a child. At a young age Catherine had a vision of Christ seated
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We all have our crosses to bear in this life and some are more obvious than others. But, as much as it is hard to be happy about them, we should be thankful for our crosses because it is from carrying the cross of Christ that we receive many blessings. Below are some of
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Saint Zita Feast: 27 April Patron: Domestic workers St Zita is a woman many, mothers and household keepers, can associate with. She is the patron of domestic workers. Saint Zita was born into a Holy Christian family surrounded by family members living out a Christian example of life. Zita’s mother would help Zita be
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Yes, this sounds CRAZY! But the thing is, suffering and joy can go hand in hand… The cup of milk tips over and splashes all over the floor! Mess. Frustration. The toddler reaches into the crayons and begins colouring on the couch. More mess. You have a headache from your poor night’s sleep. Your
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Saint Anselm Feast: April 21 Doctor of the Church Anselm was handed down the faith from his mother, she taught him great piety. He cherished this as well as his love for learning throughout his life. Anselm was educated at a Benedictine monastery. Anselm wanted to join the Monastery at the age of fifteen
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Many of us have probably heard of Mother Teresa. She founded the Missionaries of Charity which run hospices and homes for people with HIV/AIDS, leprosy and tuberculosis. Along with that, she also ran soup kitchens, dispensaries and mobile clinics assisting many families in great distress. Mother Teresa exercised the vow of chastity, poverty and obedience
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