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Premier of The Blood & The Rose Documentary

I was very priveledged to see the premier of a wonderful documentary called The Blood and The Rose at The Warner Theater in Washington, D.C.   This event was a benefit for Catholic Charities of the Washington Archdiocese and originally … Continue reading

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40th March for Life

I was honored to attend my first March for Life on January 25th, 2013.  This year marked the 40th Anniversary of the Supreme Court decision of Roe v. Wade, and the 40th March for Life on Washington, D.C. started by … Continue reading

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The Hermitage at Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land

I recently had the pleasure of spending one day and night as a hermit at the new Hermitage at the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in America.  It was a wonderful experience of tranquility, prayer, and refreshment.  The Hermitage … Continue reading

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Fortnight for Freedom–Washington, D.C.

            The Fortnight for Freedom ended on July 4th at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.  I was very moved to attend this Mass at “America’s Catholic Church,” the largest Catholic … Continue reading

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Nuns on the Bus

      I was invited by the Franciscan Action Network to come and welcome the Nuns on the Bus at the end of their journey in Washington, D.C.  I was pleased to join many people of many faiths and … Continue reading

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Nationwide Rally for Religious Freedom

On Friday, people from 140 cities across America assembled to protest the HHS Mandate and to stand up for religious freedom.  Here in Charlottesville, over 100 people assembled in front of the U.S. Courthouse in prayer, song, and peaceful protest … Continue reading

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Faithful Citizenship in Virginia

With the upcoming elections this Tuesday, November 8th, there are some good resources to help guide faithful citizens.  The two bishops of Virginia have a very good website called the Virginia Catholic Conference that offers information about Social Justice, Life … Continue reading

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Remembering & Honoring 9/11

              As I look back at the day we remember ten years ago, a day that has changed the world.  I was in Charlottesville, Virginia and working to support adults with intellectual disabilities at … Continue reading

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Pope John Paul II Cultural Center SOLD!!!

I am very please to report that Knights of Columbus announced this evening that they will be purchasing The Pope John Paul II Cultural Center in Washington, D.C.  They will continue the mission and message of Blessed John Paul II, … Continue reading

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Prayers in Time of Need

We are facing times in need of prayer.  Our community and nation are currently facing tremendous challenges with financial burdens, and wartime, with stress to our American values of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.  I am worried about … Continue reading

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