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September 20, 2015

25th Sunday B – Knights of Columbus Board Meeting

Introduction Today’s Scripture readings speak about the virtue of humility. And that’s not a bad thing, considering that we are about to welcome a Pope whose way of living the virtue of humility has won over many people. Perhaps we can take our cue from his motto which, in English means something like this: I’ve...
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Unsung hero of walking pilgrimage to Philadelphia and Pope Francis

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Archbishop Lori encourages all to soak in spirit of papal visit

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