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Exiled People

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In May, my husband and I traveled to Ireland for a grandchild’s confirmation. It was a wonderful, joyous trip spent with family. That joy ended abruptly when it was time to return home. First, my husband tested positive for COVID-19; then I did, several days later (we were both asymptomatic). This meant that under the Read More
Jesus calms the storm

The Deacon and Authentic Faith

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Editor’s note: Scripture references in this article are taken from the New Revised Standard Version translation of the Bible. If there has ever been a time when the light of the Church’s faith could shine and benefit the world, it is today. There is so much fear, doubt and uncertainty that has gripped not only Read More
Deacon Nabil Halaby

Do Not Hide Your Faith

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Last year, when Deacon Nabil Halaby and his wife moved from Mokena, Illinois, to Orlando, Florida, to live closer to their daughter, who had given birth to twins, he couldn’t resume diaconal duties at his new parish until he received approval from the local bishop once the transfer paperwork was approved. So he wore a Read More

Sabbath Moments: Finding Balance in Your Life

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The challenges many deacons experience in achieving and sustaining balance in their lives frequently has been noted. Indeed, according to a recent study by the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate at Georgetown University, some 31 percent of deacons report that they experience difficulty in this regard. All too often, responsibilities associated with the Read More