Your Faith
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186Celebrating Mass using the Ordinary and Extraordinary Forms
There are two principal forms of the Roman Rite Mass: The “Ordinary Form,” which most people recognize as the Mass celebrated beginning...
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193Christifideles Laici: Who Are the Lay Faithful?
Candles, christening gowns and photos are often what we recall when thinking about the sacrament of baptism. Unless we were received into...
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226Our Pilgrimage to NCYC
On Thursday, Nov. 21, 106 pilgrims from seven parishes throughout the Diocese of La Crosse met, boarded two busses in the early...
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302Introduction to Christifideles Laici: On the Vocation and Mission of the Lay Faithful in the Church and in the World
We all know what it’s like to be in a family; there are moments of joy and occasional misunderstandings. Some may feel...
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539Called to be apostles
Building upon the five thresholds of conversion Sherry talked about in previous columns, she now offers encouragement to the lay members of...
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594In the face of the abuse scandals, what can you say to restore my Faith?
Dear Father Joe: I am sickened by the news reports I’ve been reading about the clergy abuse scandals. It makes me ashamed...
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627Gifts from God – Joys of Receiving – Sacrifices of Letting Go
God blesses us with many gifts throughout our lives. A loving marriage, wonderful children and good health are just a few of...
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810The Gift of Fortitude -Staying Strong in Times of Trial
I don’t often feel like someone who has a lot of courage. Once in a while, I’ll be inspired to stand up...
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763Spiritual seeking
Last month Sherry wrote that the first task of guiding others to a relationship with Jesus Christ is to find out if...
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598Building a Bridge of Trust
In March, Sherry outlined the five thresholds of conversion: initial trust; spiritual curiosity; spiritual openness; spiritual seeking; and intentional discipleship. In looking...