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Author: Timothy
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Jesus’ Final Commission
Extract: Before ascending to Heaven, Jesus said to his disciples, “These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you, that everything written about me in the law of Moses and the prophets and the psalms must be fulfilled”. Then he opened their minds so they could understand the scriptures,…
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Peter Gonzalez
St Peter (1190-1246) was born in Astorga, Spain. He received a good education from his uncle, the Bishop of Astorga. His uncle also bestowed on him the role of Canon of Astorga Cathedral. St Peter joined the Dominican Friars and became a Priest. He was renown for his preaching, conversions and numerous good works. He…
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St George: Day 3
Background: St George was born in Cappadocia (Turkey). At 14yrs, his father died and a few years later his mother. St George followed in his father’s footsteps and became a soldier. However, when all soldiers were ordered to worship and offer sacrifice to Roman Gods, St George loudly objected. Proudly proclaiming his Christian faith, he…
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Jesus Walks On Water
Extract: When the terrified disciples saw “someone” coming towards them, walking on water, Jesus said to them, “It is I, do not be afraid”. (John 6:20) Thought Jesus used the same comforting words, “Do not be afraid,” on many occasions with his disciples. A compassionate Jesus was saying, God is with you, everything is possible…
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Martin I
St Martin (ca. 598 – Died 655) was born into a noble family near Todi, Umbria, Italy. He is said to have been, “A great student, of commanding intelligence, profound learning and great charity to the poor”. St Martin was appointed Pope in 649 but his papacy was relatively short-lived. Soon after his appointment, he was…
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St George: Day 2
Background: St George was born in Cappadocia (Turkey). At 14yrs, his father died and a few years later his mother. St George followed in his father’s footsteps and became a soldier. However, when all soldiers were ordered to worship and offer sacrifice to Roman Gods, St George loudly objected. Proudly proclaiming his Christian faith, he…
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Jesus Feeds Five Thousand People (1)
Extract: Even by today’s standards, the crowds that gathered to hear Jesus preach and teach were often enormous. When a crowd of five thousand gathered, he asked Philip, “Where can we buy enough food for them to eat?” Philip answered, “Two hundred days’ wages worth of food would not be enough for each of them…
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Teresa of Los Andes
St Teresa (1900-1920) was born into a fairly wealthy family in Santiago, Chile. She was an active and vibrant girl engaging in sports and the community. However, like many other Saints, her First Holy Communion day was uniquely special when Jesus spoke to her, something she assumed he did to everyone. At 15, St Teresa wrote…
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St George: Day 1
Background: St George was born in Cappadocia (Turkey). At 14yrs, his father died and a few years later his mother. St George followed in his father’s footsteps and became a soldier. However, when all soldiers were ordered to worship and offer sacrifice to Roman Gods, St George loudly objected. Proudly proclaiming his Christian faith, he…
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St Bernadette Soubirous (Day 9)
History: St Bernadette was born the eldest of nine children into a poor family at Lourdes, France. On 11th February 1858, when she was 14, she had her first vision from the Blessed Virgin Mary. At first, Bernadette and her friends kept the visions secret but news soon spread and a further seventeen were recorded.…