Monthly Archives: October 2011

Happy Birthday To My Miracle Girls!

Fourteen years ago, on this day, my wife Eileen and I were?at Our Lady of Lourdes hospital (in Camden, NJ), getting ready to become parents for the first time.? After several months of hearing that it would be unlikely that … Continue reading

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Book Review: Extreme Makeover – Teresa Tomeo Really Gets It!

Be sure to listen to Following The Truth on October 26, 2011 at 8 PM Eastern as I’ll be interviewing Teresa Tomeo about Extreme Makeover! When?I first heard about Teresa Tomeo’s new book from Ignatius Press, Extreme Makeover (Women Transformed … Continue reading

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Be Not Afraid!

Be Not Afraid! As we celebrate the feast of Blessed Pope John Paul II today, let’s remember the famous words repeated 3 times during his installation homily.? First spoken by Our Lord, these words are something we all need to … Continue reading

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DVD Review: Mary, Mother Of Our Century (John Paul II At Marian Shrines)

In a previous post, I mentioned that I was one of 10 Catholic bloggers chosen by CCC of America?to review the newly released DVD series, John Paul II – The Man, The Pope, And His Message.? The volume that I’ll … Continue reading

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So, You Just Received Jesus…Now What?

I’m sad to admit that, over the course of my life as a cradle Catholic, I have received Our Lord in Holy Communion many times and didn’t have too much to say to Him.? It’s understandable, isn’t it?? There are … Continue reading

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Catholic Bloggers To Reflect On New JPII DVD Release!

To celebrate the release of a new DVD series about the life of Blessed Pope John Paul II, CCC of America has selected 10 Catholic bloggers to comment on various chapters of the series.? For the most part, the list … Continue reading

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Confused About The Mass? Have I Got A Book For You!

One of the most common problems among Catholics is a lack of understanding?of the Mass.? A large number of Catholics believe that we go to Mass because “it’s what Catholics do” or for fellowship and preaching.? Without the proper background, … Continue reading

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October 7th, 2011 – A Day I’ll Never Forget!

As I sat down to write this post, I fully intended to comment on the Gospel from today’s Mass (Lk 11:27-28).? Sometimes mistakenly interpreted as a put-down of Mary by Jesus, in reality it?is an strong endorsement of Our Lady’s … Continue reading

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Waiting For Mom To Arrive!

I am very excited.? In 3 days, my Mom will be arriving and she’ll be staying with me for a LONG time.? We’re going to do lots of great things together and she will even be helping me to spread … Continue reading

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