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Good Friday, Death, and Christian Life

April 10, 2020 Dr. Randall B. Smith 2

Mary weeps at the foot of the cross, and we weep with her. But we also must not stop there. For beyond the cross of […]

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The Seven Last Words from the Cross: “It is consummated”

March 28, 2018 Peter M.J. Stravinskas 3

If most people were asked when Jesus’ hour of glory began, they would probably say Easter morning. But according to the Evangelist John, the hour […]

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Seven Last Words from the Cross: “Father, forgive them…”

March 23, 2018 Peter M.J. Stravinskas 15

What does it take to forgive? A unique mental attitude is required at the natural level; only an infusion of divine grace can elevate that […]

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Suffering, salvation, and the mystery of an imperfect world

February 27, 2018 James V. Schall, S.J. 2

God cannot make us free and then make it absolutely certain that we do not reject Him. The whole point of divine and human love […]

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The “authentic self” vs. the crucified self

December 21, 2017 Robert A. J. Gagnon 11

Being “gay,” “bisexual,” and “transgendered” is not one’s “authentic self” any more than being “polyamorous” or attracted to one’s long-lost sibling. Orientation toward the sinful […]

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The Easter Triduum: Entering into the Paschal Mystery

April 14, 2017 Carl E. Olson 1

Note: The following piece was originally written for the April 9, 2006, edition of Our Sunday Visitor newspaper, and has been posted on Ignatius Insight. I am posting it here for CWR readers who may have not seen […]

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