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A Prayer for Presidents’ Day
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jmcgee
A Prayer for the Nation Almighty God, Who has given us this good land for our heritage; We humbly beseech Thee that we may always prove ourselves a people mindful of Thy favor and glad to do Thy will. Bless our land with honorable ministry, sound learning, and pure manners. Save us from violence, discord,…
From the newsroom’s Deacon Desk…
By
jmcgee
A priest friend sent this my way: news that a local TV station has named a deacon as its “Queens Person of the Week.” Not only that, but the deacon in question is a classmate of mine, Arthur Griffin. Hail, King Arthur! It’s great to see a hardworking local boy get some attention — and…
For Valentine’s Day: “You Are Loved”
By
jmcgee
A favorite video, and song, of Your Humble Blogger, from Josh Groban. It never fails to move me. Remember: you are loved. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Sister Catherine, Olympic speedskater
By
jmcgee
Further proof that God calls everyone — and will use anyone, if we will only listen: Twelve years ago at the Winter Olympics in Nagano, a 17-year-old speedskating prodigy named Kirstin Holum was tapped for future greatness. When Holum placed sixth in the 3,000 meters – one of the most grueling disciplines in the women’s…
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