Monthly Archives: November 2011

An Invitation

On my drive home this afternoon, I was flipping the radio stations, listening for something decent – fruitless!  I stumbled upon two radio hosts discussing the New Translation of the Mass.  I was curious, so I tuned in for a … Continue reading

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Have Hope

Hope is the thing with feathers That perches in the soul, And sings the tune–without the words, And never stops at all, And sweetest in the gale is heard; And sore must be the storm That could abash the little … Continue reading

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Why Must the Good Suffer?

I’m blessed to have met several young couples in our community who are truly living their Catholic faith.  These are married people in their twenties and early thirties who fully embrace all that comes from Christ through the Magisterium of … Continue reading

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving from the Doyle home to yours!  May God richly   bless you and your family this wonderful American holiday! Psalm 100 Shout joyfully to the Lord, all you lands; worship the Lord with cries of gladness; come before him … Continue reading

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Thoughts on Today’s Gospel

While reading today’s gospel, I was immediately transported to my childhood.  When things would get really tough, or my mother would hear of very disturbing events on the news, she would say, ” I hope Jesus returns today!”  (referring to … Continue reading

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“Christmas With A Capital C”

Earlier today, I read an American Family Association article about Walgreen’s holiday ad.  I found this ironic, because I had just closely examined the Walgreen’s circular this morning, looking for bargains.  I am ashamed to say that I did not … Continue reading

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Favorite Christian Lyrics

This is a continuation of yesterday’s post.  Today, I’d like to share some of my favorite Christian lyrics: “You are the keeper of my heart, and I’m restless.  I’m restless till I rest in You, till I rest in You, … Continue reading

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“God Messaging…” on Kindle!

For a couple of years, I’ve worked on an inspirational manuscript – a spiritual memoir of sorts.  I first named it,”Speak, Lord.  I’m Listening.”  As it evolved over time, I retitled it, “God Calling…Will You Accept the Charges?”  Recently, I … Continue reading

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Some of My Favorites

I love when my extended family gets together, and my two sisters in law begin rattling off famous movie lines.  The playful banter and amazing knack for remembering film quotes is incredible and VERY entertaining.  They seem to have seen … Continue reading

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Very Dissapointed!

Watching the news this past week, I  found myself very disappointed with the young people at Penn State University.  I was completely appalled by the students’ demonstration over the firing of Coach Paterno.  Granted, he was not the abuser, but … Continue reading

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