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Jesus Sets the Bar | November 10

Posted by Amanda Nobis on 11/10/20

Click here to read the daily readings from the USCCB website. When our kids were growing up about 20 years ago there seemed to a lot of emphasis placed on a child’s self-esteem. We were counseled by teachers and coaches to build our child’s self-esteem so they would have ... Read More »

Church: A Place and a People | November 9

Posted by Amanda Nobis on 11/09/20

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Today's feast is fairly unique. We don't celebrate a person today but a church. It's the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome. Why do we celebrate a church? A few reasons. Today's readings give ... Read More »

The Third Day | November 6

Posted by Amanda Nobis on 11/06/20

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Today is the third morning that we've woken up wondering if the numbers have been tallied yet. The third day that votes have been in (mostly) and yet we don't have a definite answer about who the next ... Read More »

Choosing Jesus | November 5

Posted by Amanda Nobis on 11/05/20

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"But whatever gains I had,these I have come to consider a loss because of Christ.more than that, I even consider everything as a lossbecause of the supreme good of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord."

How much do I ... Read More »

Discipleship through the Cross | November 4

Posted by Amanda Nobis on 11/04/20

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I've been thinking a lot about what it takes to be a disciple of Jesus. It's so much more than a simple assent to a group of principles and beliefs. It's more than belonging to a church community. ... Read More »

Please RSVP | November 3

Posted by Amanda Nobis on 11/03/20

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Our Gospel today is filled with invitations. The 1st group invited to the great dinner, represented the leaders of Israel who were unwilling toaccept Jesus. The 2nd group represents other Jews from within Israel,“the poor and the crippled, ... Read More »

Pray for the Dead | November 2

Posted by Amanda Nobis on 11/02/20

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It's the Feast of All Souls! Today is the day we're called to pray for the souls of all the departed in a very intentional way. Tonight, my husband and I are going to make a list of ... Read More »

Remember Who Your Enemy Is | October 29

Posted by Amanda Nobis on 10/29/20

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Man, I love today's first reading. I love the message, I love the imagery, I love the way it artfully communicates the reality of our world. Truly we are in a battle and the Lord has given us ... Read More »

Learning from the Apostles | October 28

Posted by Amanda Nobis on 10/28/20

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Today is the feast of Sts. Simon and Jude. Honestly, I don't know a whole lot about their stories. I know they were apostles. I know St. Jude is the patron of hopeless causes. I know they were ... Read More »

Quiet Patience Yields Fresh Bread | October 27

Posted by Amanda Nobis on 10/27/20

Click here to read the daily readings from the USCCB website. When I was in grade school I went to my Grandmother’s house after school until my parents got home from work. I have some fond memories of playing cards and my Grandma Kruse baking bread. I remember when ... Read More »