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Thoughts on Prayer

Some thoughts on prayer from a Christopher News Note about Lent: What is the Role of Prayer in Lent and in our Lives? Sacrifice and the effort to serve God through His people can lead you to Lent’s...

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Connecting Generations

Our latest Christopher News Note topic was suggested by many of our supporters who believe that connecting the younger generation with their elders is of vital importance to our culture and society....

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Lord, Teach Us to Pray

Here’s an excerpt from our latest Christopher News Note, “Lord, Teach Us to Pray:” IT SEEMS AS IF PRAYER SHOULD BE EASY. We speak to God and He speaks to us. We probably already speak to Him daily....

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Choosing Faith Over Fear

The following is an excerpt from the latest Christopher News Note, entitled “Choosing Faith Over Fear:” When it comes to fear, we are all experts. Although some people may manage it better than others,...

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The Power of Humility

The following is an excerpt from the Christopher News Note “The Power of Humility.” Humility is something that Christians are supposed to strive for, and yet it is a difficult subject in modern-day...

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Choosing Your Words Wisely: Insights on Improving Communication Skills

Considering how often poorly chosen words can lead to friction and arguments between family, friends or even strangers, we could all brush up on our communication skills – and even invite God to take...

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The Key to Self-Worth

The following is the text of the Christopher News Note “The Key to Self-Worth.” See the end of the post for ways to request a pdf or paper copy: “You are precious in My eyes and honored, and I love...

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Seeing Christ in Others

The following is the text of the Christopher News Note “Seeing Christ in Others.” If you’d like a pdf or hard copy, see the end of this post: “No one has ever seen God. Yet, if we love one another, God...

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Gifts of the Holy Spirit

The following is the text of the Christopher News Note “Gifts of the Holy Spirit.” If you’d like a pdf or hard copy, see the end of this post: The love of God has been poured out into our hearts...

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From Sinners to Saints: No One is Too Far Gone for God

The following is the text of the Christopher News Note “From Sinners to Saints.” If you’d like a pdf or hard copy, see the end of this post: No one is too far gone for God. Regardless of how many poor...

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VIDEO: Father Jonathan Morris on the Fruits of the Holy Spirit

In this week’s video reflection, Father Jonathan Morris examines the 12 Fruits of the Holy Spirit, what they are and how God makes them present in our lives through our actions and His grace. In order...

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Making Christmas Happy and Holy

The following is the text of the Christopher News Note “Making Christmas Happy and Holy.” If you’d like a pdf or hard copy, see the end of this post: It’s easy to get caught up in the chaos of the...

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Building the Deep Bonds of Spiritual Friendship

The following is the text of the Christopher News Note “Building Spiritual Friendships.” If you’d like a pdf or hard copy, see the end of this post: The definition of “friendship” has taken some hits...

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Moving Outside of Ourselves by Serving the Poor

The following is the text of the Christopher News Note “Serving the Poor.” If you’d like a pdf or hard copy, see the end of this post: Whether they are showcasing food, drink or fashion, many...

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The Holy Journey of Two Popes: John XXIII and John Paul II

The following is the text of the Christopher News Note “The Holy Journey of Two Popes.” If you’d like a pdf or hard copy, see the end of this post: The Christophers joyously celebrate the canonization...

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Blessed are the Merciful: Living Mercy Today

The following is the text of the Christopher News Note “Blessed are the Merciful.” If you’d like a pdf or hard copy, see the end of this post: Mercy isn’t the most concrete concept in our spiritual...

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VIDEO: Father Jonathan Morris on Humility, Part One

As Father Jonathan Morris acknowledges in this video reflection, people often misunderstand what the virtue of humility is all about. “It’s not about weakness,” he says. “It’s not about being quiet and...

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How to Build an Active Prayer Life

The following is the text of the Christopher News Note “Building an Active Prayer Life.” If you’d like a pdf or hard copy, see the end of this post: Prayer seems like it should be easy. We say some...

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From the Secular to the Sacred, Christopher Literature is Powerful in Its...

I usually use this space to share with you the stories of people who I’ve interviewed on our “Christopher Closeup” radio show, to comment on different aspects of popular culture, to post Christopher...

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Overcoming Loneliness with the Help of God and Others

The following is the text of the Christopher News Note “Overcoming Loneliness” (which was written by a freelancer). If you’d like a pdf or hard copy, see the end of this post: Loneliness is a problem...

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