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Aug 13, 2010, 8:43 pm
When I first created "Faith Of A Convert" it was a way to help me learn more about my Catholic faith and to help strengthen that faith in me as well as others. In the 2 and a half years I've been doing this blog I have definitely grown in many ways.
I've been wanting to create a place for me to shar... Comment - Like
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Aug 8, 2010, 6:46 pm
Last weekend my mom and I went to a family reunion in Seattle to see family we had never met before.
A few weeks ago I joined Ancestry.com to work on my family tree. Once I type in my great grandmothers information a leaf popped up directing me to another members family tree. I was amazed at all the... Comment - Like
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Aug 4, 2010, 7:37 pm
A Texas parish priest has written a column for the El Paso Times in which he strongly denounces homosexual activity.
“Every single Catholic, out of fidelity to charity and truth, has the absolute duty to oppose (1) the murder of unborn babies, and (2) any and all government attempts to legalize ho... Comment - Like
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Aug 3, 2010, 11:55 am
from This Rock
Q: "Most people who are gay feel that they were born that way and cannot change their orientation. They are rejected by society and faith communities. How can we be more like Jesus and accept those who are rejected?"
A: Accepting sinful behavior in other people does them no good. Poin... Comment - Like
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Jul 26, 2010, 10:34 am
from This Rock
Q: "In a discussion with a non-Catholic, I pointed out that his beliefs were incorrect or unfounded according to Catholic Church teaching. He accused me of being judgmental. But failure or refusal to accept the truth could have eternal consequences. What constitutes being judgmental?... Comment - Like
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Jul 22, 2010, 12:02 pm
She is called "the Penitent".
St. Mary was given the name 'Magdalen' because, though a Jewish girl, she lived in a Gentile town called Magdale, in northern Galilee, and her culture and manners were those of a Gentile. St. Luke records that she was a notorious sinner, and had seven devils removed fr... Comment - Like
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Jul 18, 2010, 9:57 am
1 Take heed that you do not your justice before men, to be seen by them: otherwise you shall not have a reward of your Father who is in heaven.
2 Therefore when thou dost an almsdeed, sound not a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may be honour... Comment - Like
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Jul 13, 2010, 11:06 pm
I just started reading about St. Catherine of Siena and so far I'm really pleased with the writing style of this book. It's an easy and enjoyable read, without being too simple. A perfect choice for spiritual reading while in the presence of Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament.
Each chapter starts wit... Comment - Like
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Jul 13, 2010, 10:23 am
from This Rock
Q: "One of my friends suggests that we should not applaud the choir after the closing hymn. He says that the song should direct souls to the Lord. I find it unnatural if we don't applaud."
A: The church is not a concert hall and the liturgy is not a performance. We are there to dir... Comment - Like
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Jul 12, 2010, 10:35 am
From an email.
An economics professor at a local college made a statement that he had never failed a single student before,
but had once failed an entire class.
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That class had insisted that Obama's socialism worked and that no one would be poor and no on... Comment - Like
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Jul 8, 2010, 7:55 pm
BTW, I think Michael Voris ROCKS!!
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Jul 8, 2010, 1:16 am
I was just thinking about how we spend our holiday weekend, so I thought I'd just do a little post. I especially wanted to share this photo with you tonight.
Paul's sister lives in Kansas with her husband and eight children, also there was one of his brothers and another sister. We all had a great t... Comment - Like
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Jul 4, 2010, 7:18 am
I know this picture doesn't reflect the prayer posted, but I couldn't resist, it's just soo CUTE!! I found this prayer at Opinionated Catholic.
Prayer for the GovernmentPrepared by Archbishop John Carroll November 10, 1791
We pray, Thee O Almighty and Eternal God! Who through Jesus Christ hast reve... Comment - Like
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Jul 2, 2010, 11:20 am
Check out Catholic Icing for some great patriotic beading ideas. I love this blog, you can find an arts & crafts project for just about any time of year. Comment - Like
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Jul 1, 2010, 10:03 am
This article was written in April, but I still think it's worth posting. It was written by Steve Kellmeyer.
It's time to de-mythologize the Catholic abuse scandal.
The linked column below highlights the following facts (and others besides):
skellmeyer.blogspot.com/2010/04/is-times-changing.html
As... Comment - Like
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Jun 29, 2010, 9:15 am
A cute and quite brillant post by Saint Louis Catholic. You should CLICK HERE and go read it, that is if you like (or LOVE like me) Pride & Predjudice, otherwise you may not find it so amusing. Comment - Like
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Jun 26, 2010, 10:19 am
from This Rock
Q: "If a person asks in prayer for assistance but no answer comes, should the person just give up on the prayers? "
A: We all like our prayers answered yesterday. But the Lord knows the best time. He’s the only one who really knows what time it is. To keep praying is to keep trust... Comment - Like
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Jun 25, 2010, 12:00 pm
Christopher Hitchens (atheist) and Peter Hitchens (Christian)
The heart of the man who lives for God knows peace, joy, and happiness. The heart of the man who lives for the world knows fear, sorrow, and misery. Comment - Like
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Jun 22, 2010, 11:44 am
From Sunday's bulletin:
Dear Parents and Parishioners,
The fashions for this summer are of grave danger to Christian modesty. Mini-skirts and dresses, short-shorts, and very low-cut blouses are the fashions for this summer. Please remember that we are Christians, followers of Christ, children o... Comment - Like
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Jun 18, 2010, 2:05 pm
I didn't think I'd make it through the first chapter of The Loser Letters because I thought I wouldn't be able to get around the writing style...but I was wrong. It's actually pretty good & I wish I could say why, but I can't seem to formulate what I want to say, so I'm going... Comment - Like
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Jun 14, 2010, 2:49 pm
Everyday I think to myself "you really should make a post today", but then I can't think of anything to post about. I do go through this once in a while, but never for this long (I don't think). My most recent postings have been very spaced out.
I haven't been doing much reading latel... Comment - Like
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Jun 8, 2010, 8:56 pm
"America, it is said, is suffering from intolerance.
It is not.
It is suffering from tolerance of right and wrong,
truth and error,
virtue and evil,
Christ and chaos.
Our country is not nearly so much overrun with the bigoted as it is overrun with the broadminded…
In the face of this broadmindedn... Comment - Like
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Jun 7, 2010, 7:15 pm
After a full week of eating out and eating really good food that's really bad for you, it's time to get healthy.
So my goal this month is light healthy dinners served around 5:00. Who knows, it might even inspire me to do more posting on my food blog.
Last night we had a spinach salad with ... Comment - Like
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Jun 5, 2010, 2:14 pm
Paul and I have been on vacation this week so that's why I have not been posting. We didn't leave town, but we've been spending lots of time just the 2 of us & checking places out in our area that we've never seen.
Things we've done:
Strawberry Festival.
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May 25, 2010, 9:04 pm
I discovered today that my favorite apple is the Golden Delicious. I had always thought it was the Gala apple, but the GD is way better. I know, not the most thought provoking post, but it's what's on my mind. What's your favorite apple? Comment - Like
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May 22, 2010, 9:15 am
"Sisters, be careful where you look, where you go, and with whom you convene. There is always danger in what we see becoming the occasion of offense against God and our vow." ~St. Rita
When I chose St. Rita as my Confirmation saint, I had no real information to go on. Paul and I were in the car, on... Comment - Like
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May 20, 2010, 3:11 pm
Reading Rome Sweet Home has inspired me to read more convert stories, and rather than buy new books I asked Paul what he had & he gave me Surprised By Truth. Even though I did not experience most of their struggles with Catholic teachings, since I had no strong previous religious background, I love ... Comment - Like
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May 14, 2010, 7:51 am
"I am still determined to be cheerful and happy, in whatever situation I may be; for I have also learned from experience that the greater part of our happiness or misery depends upon our dispositions, and not our circumstances."~Martha Washington Comment - Like
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May 12, 2010, 10:45 am
" You can`t whine and bellyache because somebody else got a good break and you didn't." " I have tried to live my life so that my family would love me and my friends respect me. The others can do whatever they please." " When the road looks rough ahead, remember the Man Upstairs and the word ... Comment - Like
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May 9, 2010, 11:59 am
COMEDY CENTRAL UNVEILS MOCK JESUS SHOW
May 6, 2010
Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on Comedy Central's decision to offer a new animated show, "JC," in its upcoming lineup:
All we know about "JC" is that it will be a half-hour show about Christ seeking to live a normal life in ... Comment - Like
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May 7, 2010, 2:29 am
Food Drive WebsiteThe food drive is on Saturday May 8th. Just put canned items in a bag & leave them at the mailbox, your mail carrier will pick up the bags for you. Please take advantage of this very simple opportunity to make a donation. Comment - Like
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May 6, 2010, 9:02 am
I loved the picture & prayer so much from yesterdays post that I decided to make my own Holy Cards out of it.
First I created the prayer with a color background with my photo shop program, then I printed the picture & prayer in wallet size photos. Once I cut them out I just glued them together.
I ... Comment - Like
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May 5, 2010, 9:57 pm
My Queen, my Mother, I give myself entirely to you. And to show myself devoted to you, I consecrate to to you my eyes, my ears, my mouth, my entire being without reserve. Since I am yours, my good Mother, preserve me, defend me, as your property and possession. Amen. Comment - Like
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May 2, 2010, 8:29 am
The other night Paul said something that I just knew was a quotable quote, in fact as soon as the words came out of his mouth I stopped him from speaking further so I could right down exactly what he said. I thought it was perfect, especially since it came from a discussion about St. Zita.
"We do G... Comment - Like
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Apr 29, 2010, 7:17 am
Lord, please spare the life of an unborn child who is in danger of abortion. Let him or her be shown love and be given a caring home. If not by the biological parents then by a husband and wife in want of a child. Comment - Like
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Apr 28, 2010, 9:09 am
I always kind of liked this song, but the more I heard it on the radio the more annoying it became. After spending some time on Youtube creating a play list I found an acoustic version and now I'm in love with this song. I think it's just beautiful. Comment - Like
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