The Gospel for the 2nd Sunday of Advent features St. John the Baptist, the one who “prepared the way” for Jesus. He is a main figure during this season. He calls us to “Repent, the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” He tells his followers:…
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50 Years of Internet
The Internet as we know it today, started out as a means for researchers to connect with data on large, powerful computers at a distance. The first “connection” was on October 29, 1969. The effort was funded by ARPA (Advanced Research Projects Agency). Research computers…
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Communicators for Women Religious
Last week, I had the honor of giving a workshop on “Blogging: A Communication Ministry” at the National Conference for Communicators for Women Religious held in Mesa, Arizona, October 1-4, 2019. Years ago, religious communities did not have communication directors or staffs. Today, they are…
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Secure Justice, Feed the Hungry
It has been a while since I have shared a picture quote for you to download and post on your social media sites, so here is one for the weekend of September 28-29, the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time. The description that I am using…
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The Evangelizing Parish Business Card
In August, I put on my Parish Facebook Photographer hat to take pictures at the St. John Bosco 4-day International Festival. I take pictures of all the events, the performers, the vendors as well as guests who give me their permission. I introduce myself, ask…
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Fourth of July Video to Share
Happy Fourth of July! Here is a video gift for you. Many parishes have one Mass on the Fourth of July and it sometimes is at a different time than their usual daily Mass. You may want to invite people who follow you on social…