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  • Let’s ask St. Benedict—“What is Humility?”

    By Larry Peterson What is Humility? The dictionary defines it as;  noun“modest opinion or estimate of one’s own importance, rank, etc. The opposite of humility is pride. Pride is defined as;  noun a high or inordinate opinion of one’s own dignity, importance, merit, or superiority, whether as cherished in the mind or as displayed in bearing, conduct, etc. Apparently, in this modern, self-absorbed world the Pride factor has taken over. There used to be a slogan that said, “Sticks and stones can break your bones,… Read more

  • The Eleven Martyrs of Nowogrodek

     They were filled with a burning love for Jesus and His holy Mother Religious Sisters have vowed their lives to God for many centuries. We should remember that these women, young and filled with a burning love for Jesus and His holy Mother, are not thinking of dying for their faith. They wanted to serve… Read more

  • Love vs. Hatred—and the Winner is ??

    By Larry Peterson Enter the deadly sin of pride. Love is all about Giving, isn’t it?  Christ loved us and GAVE His life for us. “No greater love is there than to lay down your life for a friend.” Now that is some serious Giving. Most followers of Christ do their feeble best to follow… Read more

  • Melchizedek and Tithing; How are they connected?

    By Larry Peterson tithing I don’t know about you, but I have never thought much about “Melchizedek.  Who is he? Where did he come from? Why am I thinking and writing about him now? Well, I heard a homily recently where the priest talked about everyone’s favorite topic, tithing.  First, he quoted in the New… Read more

  • A Father honors his Good Samaritan Son on Father’s Day

    By Larry Peterson His name was Billy This is about a guy who lived in Pinellas Park, Florida. His name was Billy. He was a man filled with great empathy, intuition, faith, and love for family, friends, and humanity. He was like a son to a 90-year-old neighbor who lived alone and had no one.… Read more

  • Observing Mother’s Day—Never let a Hug go by

    By Larry Peterson Mother’s Day is almost here, and I will tell you immediately that it has never been my favorite holiday. Truth be known, it has consistently been my most dreaded day of the year. So please bear with me as I share my journey to finally finding some inner peace with this beautiful… Read more