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Do you understand?
By
jmcgee
I came across this terrific reflection by the Concord Pastor, who offers a probing examination of conscience keyed to the theme of understanding. It strikes me as particularly apt for those who spend time here in the blogosphere: Do I listen with a desire to learn? Do I seek to understand that I might learn…
Needed at Catholic schools: a few good men
By
jmcgee
That’s the gist behind this essay, written by a male school teacher in Maryland: When I started substitute teaching at St. Mary’s, a Catholic school in Maryland, two years ago, I noticed something that has become so common that it goes unnoticed. The Catholic grammar schools – like public elementary schools – are mostly run…
Alzheimer’s, and the long goodbye
By
jmcgee
This story is a stunner, on so many levels. It’s reportedly the most-viewed video over at CBSNews.com, and I can understand why. I knew the two people involved when I worked at CBS, so this really hit close to home. The pain here is palpable. It’s hard not to feel empathy for all concerned. But…
Worth a thousand words, pallium edition
By
jmcgee
Miami’s new archbishop, Thomas Wenski, fights back tears after receiving the pallium from Pope Benedict today at the Vatican. CNS has details. Also, Rome Reports has a video report, below.
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