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The Unfailing Way to get out of Purgatory—Turn to Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Pope St. John Paul II said, “Over time this rich Marian heritage of Carmel has become, through the spread of the Holy Scapular devotion, a treasure for the whole Church.” By Larry Peterson There is a place near where e prophet Elija lived, and it is one of the most biblical places on earth. It is…
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The Great Saint Benedict of Nursia–His Legacy includes being Father of all Western monks and the Benedictine Order Order
By Larry Peterson Pope St. Gregory the Great, considered one of the greatest popes, is famous for writing the books known as the Dialogues of St. Gregory. The Dialogues are presented in four volumes where everything from the lives of the saints, to miracles, and even discussion on the eternity of the soul take place.…
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Known as Henry the Emperor and Henry the Exuberant his greatest title is that of Saint Henry
By Larry Peterson There are many saints named Henry, but the greatest of them all may well be King Henry II. Besides being a faithful and just king, Henry was one of the great supporters of the Benedictine Order. He had wanted to be a Benedictine but his destiny was to become king. As king,…
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Elizabeth of Portugal was called the Peacemaker. Her foremost love was for the poor.
By Larry Peterson Elizabeth was born in 1271 into the royal house of Aragon. St. Elizabeth of Hungary was her great-aunt, and baby Elizabeth was named after her. Her father was King Pedro III of Aragon, and his wife’s name was Constantia. From a very early age, Elizabeth displayed a pronounced devotion to God. Her…
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I was a Police Officer . . .
Posted by Larry Peterson This was sent to me as an email from a friend who did not know who wrote it. But it is quite poignant and deserved to be blogged and posted. It goes right to the HEART of all that keeps our society free and functioning.; Law &Order based on a Judeo-Christian…
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Anonymous—regarding President Donald J. Trump
Posted by Larry Peterson A “friend” on Messenger sent this to me. The actual author of this piece is Anonymous. I wish not because I would like to thank whoever wrote this. I believe that what Anonymous wrote is as accurate as you can be about the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump.…
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Sister Maria Laura Mainetti; murdered in a ritual act of satanism, will be Beatified.
They all (her killers) said she kept saying, “Lord, forgive them.” By Larry Peterson Teresina Elsa Mainetti was born in Colico, Italy, on August 20, 1939. She felt the calling to dedicate her life to helping others from when she was in grade school. Staying true to herself, she entered the novitiate of the Sisters…
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Some advice on Father’s Day: No matter the Past—Tell him you Love him and if you see him–Give him a hug; You do not always get a second chance
By Larry Peterson My Dad died suddenly during Christmas Season of 1965. Yes, a long time ago, December 30, to be exact. Due to that, I have carried a “regret” inside me for my entire life. I still want a “do-over,” but it can never happen. Sometimes you do not get a second chance. And…
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America is NOT a racist country–its just that some folks are racists
There are those who are racist in America but America is NOT a racist country. In fact, today, one in five couples getting married is interracial. See the pic –that is how we all start out until the “grown-ups” get their hands on us ALL MEN ARE CREATED EQUAL By Larry Peterson
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When World War II ended the nightmare for others began: Meet the Thirty-Eight Martyrs of Albania
By Larry Peterson When the Nazis fled Albania at the end of WW II, the communists took control of the small country. From 1945 through 1974, they ruled Albania with an iron hand banning religion, especially Catholicism. Many Catholics were brutally tortured and murdered during this period. What follows is about the 38 Martyrs of…
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