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Inspiration & Spirituality

Holy Week: Holy Saturday

As Jesus lies in the tomb, that grain of wheat fallen to the ground in order that He may bear much fruit, we are forced to ponder our own faith journey. Can we follow Him fully into a resurrection to everlasting life that comes only through separating ourselves from...

Holy Week: Good Friday

Today, Good Friday, Jesus is beaten and crowned with thorns. He is forced to carry a heavy Cross, He is nailed to it, and He suffers excruciating pain for three hours while He atones for our sins and then finishes the Passover. There are no better words to describe...

Holy Week: Thursday

This evening marks the beginning of the holiest three days of the year: The Easter Triduum. Today, Jesus reveals Himself as the Passover Lamb. Our King of Kings shows us lowliness and humility, not just by His impending sacrifice, but by stooping to wash the...

Jesus, Meek and Humble of Heart, Part 1

As we journey towards Easter this year, let’s take a moment to consider the virtue of humility. I think it’s one of the most misunderstood concepts. Contrary to what some think, humility is not “the opposite of pride”. Nor is it having (or exercising) low self-esteem or self-degradation. Simply put, humility is

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