Daily Archives: March 10, 2011

How would Satan Tempt Jesus in 2011?

Cardinal Mahony, shortly before his retirement, wrote a terrific article on temptation. He relates the three temptations of Jesus to how satan uses the internet in three significant ways. H/T Michael Barber at The Sacred Page. He calls it ” … Continue reading

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Getting ashes on the fly

Many airports around the world offer religious services. Via the Denver Post: “Lent begins. The first of 40 days of sacrifice and reflection preceding the holiest day of the Christian calendar came Wednesday, even in the middle of a thrumming … Continue reading

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Weird Lenten Fast

Filed under Don’t try this at home.    My favorite deacon often quips that an Irishman’s idea of a seven course meal is a six pack of beer and a potato.  But I am fairly certain that he would think … Continue reading

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