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Awake, my soul!

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Jan 20, 2012, 8:21 pm
"Awake, my soul; awake, lyre and harp!  I will wake the dawn.  I will praise you among the peoples, Lord; I will chant your praise among the nations.  For your mercy towers to the heavens; your faithfulness reaches to the skies.  Exalt yourself over ...
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Sisters of Life

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Jan 1, 2012, 11:39 am
Faith formation is job #1 Daily Reading Saint of the Day MassTimes.org
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O Come, O Come Emmanuel

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Dec 18, 2011, 12:35 pm
And Winter Came: Enya MP3 Download: Amazon.com CatholicsComeHome.org WordOnFire.org
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Life matters. Pray it forward.

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Dec 10, 2011, 8:47 pm
Doctors Without Borders Every generation has the task of engaging anew in the arduous search for the right way to order human affairs.  For Christians, this task is motivated by the hope drawn from the saving wor...
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One Message. One Purpose. One People.

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Dec 5, 2011, 11:22 am
But that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins - he said to the one who was paralyzed, "I say to you, rise, pick up your stretcher, and go home." He stood up immediately before th...
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I will make you fishers of men!

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Nov 30, 2011, 3:42 am
"He said to them, 'Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men.'" - Mt. 4:19 Resources Daily Reading Saint of the Day St. Andrew MassTimes.org...
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Be watchful! Be alert!

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Nov 27, 2011, 5:18 pm
Gregorian Chant - Alleluia Our culture promotes multitasking as a virtue, yet we see time and again, it does not produce the best outcome (Stanford Report, 2009).  In fact, living habitually in this fashion trains us to miss what ...
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Thankful

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Nov 24, 2011, 1:19 pm
Resources Daily Reading Saint of the Day Continual Thanksgiving (ApostleshipOfPrayer.org) Real Presence Eucharistic Adoration MassTimes.org Books What a Son Needs from His Dad (Dr. M. O'Don...
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The New Evangelization

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Nov 5, 2011, 4:43 pm
The call to Catholics everywhere...Until The Whole World Hears! Until the Whole World Hears (MP3) by Casting Crowns "Government, even at its best, can never be more than an auxiliary in the development of character...We d...
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7 Sacraments Revised to Include Holy Macaroni

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Oct 12, 2011, 12:43 pm
I used to think my daughters' first words were absolutely awesome!  But now I'm thinking, that was a preview of coming attractions. On the way home from school, which can be some of our funniest moments in the day, my daughters were enjoying some books purchased from our loc...
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A Vocation to Life

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Oct 6, 2011, 12:04 pm
Career and Vocations
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Catholicism

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Oct 2, 2011, 6:41 pm
Word on Fire "Finally brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.  ...
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"Cross Culture"

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Sep 22, 2011, 1:40 pm
"Sing to the Lord a new song of praise in the assembly of the faithful.  Let Israel be glad in their maker, let the children of Zion rejoice in their king..." (Ps 149:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6a And 9b) ...
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Break My Heart

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Sep 21, 2011, 1:13 pm
"Brothers and sisters: I, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to live in a manner worthy of the call you have received..." (Eph 4:1-7, 11-13). Resources Daily Reading Saint of the ...
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"He Reigns"

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Sep 19, 2011, 4:12 am
"The Lord has done marvels for us. When the LORD brought back the captives of Zion, we were like men dreaming. Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with rejoicing..." (Ps 126:1b-2ab, 2cd, 4-5, 6)
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"The One You Need"

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Sep 17, 2011, 8:38 pm
To my daughters, my gifts from God... Music by Shane and Shane
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Our Lady of Sorrows - Memorial

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Sep 15, 2011, 7:21 am
"Dearest virgin and Mother Mary, who could put your great sorrow into words?  Who could describe the tears you shed out of love?  Your dear Jesus has had his body nailed to the cross, and you, Mary, have had your spirit pierced by thos...
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So Great the Gift of Love - Exaltation of the Holy Cross

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Sep 14, 2011, 7:32 pm
I am not one to shy away from difficult topics, but I have to say, this one is difficult to write about, but it concurrently leaves me filled with joy and gladness. On various occasions, I look to the natural world to ...
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Early Church Fathers: St. John Chrysostom

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Sep 13, 2011, 4:24 pm
Saint John Chrysostom Saint of the Day His life. "If you wish to understand the power of Christ's blood, remember where it came from...the master's side. St. John Chrysostom Memorial of Saint John Chrysostom, bishop and doctor of the Ch...
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"Is your faith relevant?"

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Sep 13, 2011, 1:59 pm
Salt and Light Life Teen at World Youth Day 2011
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September 12, 2011 God's...

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Sep 12, 2011, 7:00 am
September 12, 2011 God's presence prevails through any challenge... "Beloved: First of all, I ask that supplications, prayers, petitions, and thanksgivings be offered for everyone, for k...
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EWTN Family Prayer - Those Who Are Grieving

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Sep 11, 2011, 5:00 am
September 11, 2011 Fr. Barron comments on September 11 (2001) Grief and Bereavement resources, by eMedicineHealth Forgiveness and Healing of Grief, by Pauline Books & Media Helping Children Through Grief, at Amazon.com CatholicCounseling...
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"Life is short...Make a change."

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Aug 20, 2011, 12:00 pm
Each morning we wake-up to new possibilities ahead; for some, especially young adults, the possibilities are a crafted by the dreams of others and not their own.  In that case, I have witnessed young people compliant but internally dejected, with the flame of e...
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In the Breaking of the Bread

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Apr 27, 2011, 3:01 am
"That very day, the first day of the week, two of Jesus' disciples were going to a village even miles from Jerusalem called Emmaus, and they were conversing about all the things that had occurred (Luke 24:13-14). Then beginning with Moses and all the prophets,hey urged him, 'Stay with u...
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Women Doctors of the Church

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Apr 26, 2011, 3:01 am
"Jesus said to her, 'Mary!' She turned and said to him in Hebrew, 'Rabbouni,' which means Teacher.  Jesus said to her, 'Stop holding on to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father. But go to my brothers and tell them, 'I am going to my Fahter and your father, to my god and your God.'  Mary we...
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Easter Monday - Women Overjoyed to Announce The News

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Apr 25, 2011, 3:01 am
"Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went away quickly from the tomb, fearful yet overjoyed and ran to announce the news to his disciples..."Matthew 28:8-15 Feminine Genius"[F]eminine genius is centered on the redemptive act of Jesus Christ...[For] a woman's relationship to the sacred keeps the Church...
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Easter Sunday, the Resurrection of the Lord

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Apr 24, 2011, 3:01 am
"But if Christ is preached as raised from the dead, how can some among you say there is no resurrection of the dead?  [I]f Christ has not been raised, your faith is vain; you are still in your sins. Then those who have fallen asleep in Christ have perished."1 Cor. 15:12-18 ++++++++++++++++...
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Holy Saturday

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Apr 23, 2011, 11:17 am
On The Physical Death of Jesus Christ W. D. Edwards, MD; W. J. Gabel, MDiv; F. E Hosmer, MS, AMI The Journal of the American Medical Association (Abstract) The Death of Jesus And Our Death Dr. Peter J. Riga, Attorney and Theologian Catholic Medical Association The Character of Jesus Christ "The su...
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Good Friday

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Apr 23, 2011, 2:50 am
"On Good Friday, the entire Church fixes her gaze on the Cross at Calvary.  Each member of the Church tries to understand at what cost Christ has won our redemption...[W]e contemplate our own death to sin in the Death of our Lord" (Catholic.org). Paraclete Press
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Holy Thursday

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Apr 22, 2011, 3:15 am
"Christ redeemed us all and gave perfect glory to God principally through his paschal mystery: dying he destroyed our death and rising he restored our life. Therefore the Easter Triduum of the passion and resurrection of Christ is the culmination of the entire liturgical year." General Norms for the...
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From Cradle to Cross and Glory

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Apr 17, 2011, 3:01 pm
One hundred fourteen days ago, we celebrated the birth of Jesus; today on Palm Sunday, we learn the answer to know God's love working through adversity. In today's readings, I am immersed (as I have been during this season of Lent) in the various scenes culminating in the crucifixion of ...
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Moment by Moment Listening for the Lord

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Mar 9, 2011, 3:02 pm
There is no more poignant a moment than to stand in church with my child standing at my side and hear, "Remember, Man is dust, and unto dust you shall return" (Welcome to Lenten Season).  The heart is both excited at the opportunity to share the love I experience in relation to our heav...
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Four Year Old Avoids Slammer by Confession

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Feb 24, 2011, 3:01 am
Walking out of Staples after our run for office supplies, my four year old's sister yells, "Paaaaaaapaaaaaa!  She took a candy and you didn't see!"  As we were busy that morning, I turned mildly annoyed to my youngest, with packages in hand and immediately stopped struggling to find my car keys, w...
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Daddy and Daughters Dance

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Jan 29, 2011, 3:01 am
Music is a large part of our lives; it is the manner by which we all know the experience of connection.  My daughters and I enjoy music immensely and it serves to help us grow closer in our faith and to often times to just have fun, laugh and giggle.  When the tempo is right, I am blessed to beco...
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A time for solemnity and a time for joy

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Jan 26, 2011, 3:01 am
There is a time for solemnity and a time for joy.  May every parent embrace the love of our Savior, dance with their children in celebration, and share the song of joy leading to salvation. "Paul, an Apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God for the promise of life in Christ Jesus, to Timothy, my...
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Choice or Child? Ask your mother and your father

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Jan 21, 2011, 3:00 am
Exploring the value of your own dignity in life sets the foundation to understand your beliefs about an unborn child. To "ask your mother and your father", a thought experiment, provides an opportunity to look deeply at what circumstances lead up to your conception and eventual birth (if it can be k...
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Cradle of Faith

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Jan 14, 2011, 3:01 pm
Once a month, my oldest daughter (age 6) attends Mass with her first grade class.  On a good day, I'll get there early (if I don't miss it all together) and have an opportunity to pray, meditate and read the scriptures, searching for what God wants me to know, before she and her classmates arrive. ...
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Be Still - Overcome Problems Related to Alcohol

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Jan 12, 2011, 2:59 am
At Mass this morning I was reminded of all the people I have come to know in one way or another who struggle with alcohol.  The process to recovery is not an easy one, and sometimes it can feel as though one's life is convulsing on the path of: stop, go, relapse, guilt, shame, recovery, stop and go...
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The Path to Peace Begins with Criss-Cross Applesauce

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Jan 1, 2011, 12:01 pm
Everyday I am refining translation skills in a language I learned long ago; translating from Papa to Kiddo isn't always easy.  Like many dads, I am challenged to think about complex ideas and beliefs about our faith and to deliver them to my children in a way this is meaningful. As translator...
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Be Lifted Up

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Dec 30, 2010, 3:01 pm
As 2010 comes to a close, I felt called from the place of Christ's birth to the cross.  To get there, I went home to Prince of Peace Abbey, where I seek spiritual guidance.  There after Mass, I visited the outdoor stations of the cross, under a clear blue sky and sunshine, the warmth of which was ...
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My Treasure

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Dec 21, 2010, 3:01 am
Watching my four year old daughter love her treasure, gets me thinking about what valuable treasure will I leave to her and her sister (age 6) when I am gone. "There she goes", I think to myself, as my youngest, "Co-Co" blurs past one room to the other, catching my eye, like a cat noticing a b...
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I Got Pooh for You!

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Dec 18, 2010, 3:01 am
One of the major life experiences that occurs in every parent's life, which binds you as the parent to your child occurs at "Potty Time" (written about extensively by experts in the field, who offer parents a multitude of suggestions and secrets in their books).  That is the time where bon...
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Speechless

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Dec 16, 2010, 3:01 am
A colleague asked me today to help her with a project that has to do with online teaching, and she needed me to recall when writing became so important in my life.  While I have had many occasions to write to family members of clients in the course of my career for one reason or another, immediatel...
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Play

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Dec 14, 2010, 3:01 am
Enjoyed playing 123 Number Jumble with youngest who had a cough today, "sneezies" and a runny nose. Life is good for us both, no matter how many tissues we need.  You are worried about seeing him spend his early years in doing nothing.  What!  Is it nothing to be happy?  Nothing to skip, play, ...
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Caring is defined in many different ways and is manifested...

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Dec 13, 2010, 3:01 am
Caring is defined in many different ways and is manifested in the seemingly small gesture, as when a friend invites you to coffee to listen to an issue that is troubling you, or it may be in a determined commitment to show you love in ways that will bring tears of joy and admiration, and will be rem...
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Holiday Conflict and the Path to Healing from Domestic Violence

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Nov 26, 2010, 3:01 am
During this time of year, schedules can become more intense, though the children are not in school; budgets are challenged and we try to do more with less. Also, there are the important appeals from local and national organizations seeking assistance to help the needy, which may lead to a sense of f...
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Gifts to Our Children by Service to Our Neighbor

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Nov 19, 2010, 6:49 pm
 Give to Catholic World Mission As we enter into the season of giving, you may have some interest in volunteering, or introducing a young person to this aspect of community-fellowship. The message from our Lord is clear and should touch the depth of our hearts, and can only be modeled for our young...
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Loving Nature, Loving You

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Nov 9, 2010, 3:01 am
I chose this piece, Flowers with Relaxation Music for my blog today, because my daughters and I love nature. When we're together, they don't just smell the flowers, they pick them and give them away as gifts of love and affection.  Also, I know that my spending time with them, enjoying what ...
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Veterans Day 2010

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Nov 9, 2010, 2:59 am
"November 11th is Veterans Day, a day to honor America's military Veterans. Since 1954, the Veterans Day National Committee has worked to ensure Veterans Day receives proper and widespread observance. Part of that outreach this year includes this video for students explaining how and why we honor Ve...
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Resolving Conflict Between Kiddos Traveling 40 MPH

Catholic Dads HQ posted an article on - Oct 29, 2010, 3:01 am
Invariably on any venture with kids, as with a lot of parents and ventures, wrinkles in the daily "plan" accumulate, especially if traffic begins to backup. When that happens, one needs a little grace, St. Christopher and prayer to effectively and safely navigate down the highway, heade...
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