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How to Wear Holiness
A Christian’s transformation from the old self to a new man or woman in Christ is not a self-help program. A fundamental premise of Christianity is that we cannot do it by ourselves. No matter how well intentioned we may be, we just don’t have what it takes to “pull off’ the change consistently.
Life After Death
Death puts an end to human life as the time open to either accepting or rejecting the divine grace manifested in Christ. (CCC #1021)...
The Importance of Daily Prayer
This nine-step format for a personal prayer time is set out for you to get you started. Each step is deeply rooted in the Catholic Spiritual Tradition. Begin with the format as it is, and use it until you become thoroughly comfortable with it -- especially the ...
A Living Relationship with the Word of God
“Do you have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ?” This is an often asked question in Christian circles. It is asked and understood in a whole variety of ways, some very narrow and some extremely broad. At the heart of the question is the word, “personal”. What ...
Elements of a Successful Catholic School
We bless God for what we have learned on this amazing adventure called The Making of Saint Thomas School. At the same time, we have much yet to discover and learn. We will discover it and learn it together! – and this too will be an enduring blessing to us.
Honest Talk About a Financially Healthy Parish
In these wonderful years we have enjoyed together, Saint Thomas Parish has grown and received many blessings, the most treasured of which has been the rich diversity of individuals who have come to make their home among us and share their ...