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We live in an ever-changing world. Whenever we think we have found stability in any area of our life, we ultimately find ...

Every so often, I’ll ask my kids, “Do you know that I love you?” They always reply, “Yes.” Then I’ll follow up, “How do you know that I love you?” ...

The Feast of Epiphany brings to mind the magi present in the nativity tale. These unlikely figures provide a growing ...

That the Star of Bethlehem indicates a direction is also a helpful point of reflection during the Jubilee Year 2025, the Pope ...

Imagine eating your favorite dessert every meal. How long would it still be good? How happy are children if they do only what ...