How do I make mass a more positive experience?
Q. Dear Father John, What is the difference between those who find Mass something to be endured and those who find it deeply nourishing, and what does my experience have to do with my own disposition?...
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When a man is proud, he stands tall; his posture reflects his self-perception. When a good man (one who is not suffering with excessive pride) is in the presence of greatness, he knows to humble...
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Q: Dear Father John, I am looking forward with dread for the new missal translation in our parish. Our priest doesn’t take the liturgy very seriously and, well, I don’t think it is going to be good....
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Bearing Bold Witness
DOORKNOB IN ROOM AT MUNDELEIN SEMINARY OUTSIDE CHICAGO. I GOT TO LEAD A DAY OF RECOLLECTION FOR FR. ROBERT BARRON’S “WORD ON FIRE” STAFF HERE A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO Before I converted, I barely knew the...
View ArticleHow do I make Mass a more positive experience?
Q. Dear Father John, What is the difference between those who find Mass something to be endured and those who find it deeply nourishing, and what does my experience have to do with my own disposition?...
View ArticleWhy Genuflect? Kneeling at Mass and Adoration
When a man is proud, he stands tall; his posture reflects his self-perception. When a good man (one who is not suffering with excessive pride) is in the presence of greatness, he knows to humble...
View ArticleDreading an irreverent and careless implementation of the new missal...
Dear Father John, I am looking forward with dread for the new missal translation in our parish. Our priest doesn’t take the liturgy very seriously and, well, I don’t think it is going to be good. Can...
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