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Food for Thought: The Theory of Everything, Part One
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mpratt
Movies can be tremendous entertainment, taking us out of our ordinary lives into an extraordinary world of storytelling. But sometimes, movies strike so close to home that they set off a cascade of thoughts, feelings, and questions. I recently say “The Theory of Everything,” the based-on-a-true-story movie about Stephen Hawking and his wife, Jane. I…
Food for Thought: Finding Faith in Fiction
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mpratt
Earlier this year, I wrote an article for Saint Anthony Messenger that coincided with the 50th anniversary of the death of American author and devout Catholic Flannery O’Connor. It was a very personal piece, especially because Flannery had died from lupus at a too-young age and I had discovered her through the book, “The Habit…
A Praying Spirit: Praying through Pain
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mpratt
You want to pray, you want to feel God’s comfort and love. But you’re in too much pain to sit, stand, or lie down without feeling consumed with hurt. When you think the pain is subsiding, you try again, but sharp stabs stop you and reminds you: Pain won’t go away. Whether it’s physical or…
TLC Tuesday: Comfort for Those Who Served
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mpratt
Today is Veteran’s Day, and I want to thank all of the men and women who have served us, all those who have sacrificed and shown remarkable courage, dedication, and strength. Yes, thank you! Today’s TLC Tuesday is specially dedicated to our nation’s veterans. Whether decades ago, or recently, many have returned from the field…
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