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There is nothing more practical (or more beneficial!) than spending a few minutes with the Lord. Every. Day.

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The Canaanite woman in Matthew's gospel begged Jesus for mercy, equating her lot in life to something less than human. As a Canaanite, she was detested by the Jews. She likened her request to a dog eating scraps from its master's table. She knew her place and exhibited great humility in presenting her request to Jesus. May God grant me the ability to strive for humility like the Canaanite woman.

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The 82nd Annual Serra International Convention will unfold in Kansas City, June 26 - 29, 2025. The venue for the event is the Marriott Downtown Look inside for early details and a link to the convention's website - being curated by a group of local Serrans.

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Bob Rooney is a "senior" seminarian. Like many other priests-in-the-making whose vocation story involves a response to God's call a bit later in life than post-high school or college, Bob was an attorney for 30 years prior to his entry into seminary. Look inside for Bob's vocation story, and his perspectives about seminary life and transitional diaconate ordination, which he anticipates in May 2025.

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At certain times in life, God pierces the heart and soul with wisdom. Some years ago, I learned about "letting Jesus love me" moments. These involve focus. Not that national campus ministry organization (FOCUS) but . . . focus - on the things at hand at the very moment. Read on for more.

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A response to the Vocational Call to Holiness is to "do whatever He tells you." Read on for a reflection of Mary's words to the servants at the Wedding Feast of Cana.

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The annual men's discernment retreat, Quo Vadis, unfolds over the weekend of December 20-22, 2024. Vocations Director, Fr. Dan Morris expects nearly 80 young men at this year's edition. Read on for details and information about how you can help!

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Gratitude, especially for the small things, is a key response to the vocational call to holiness.

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I was able to catch up with Andrew Buyle and Zach McGuinness over a cup of coffee recently and came away grateful once again for the opportunity to learn more about the men in the midst of discerning God's call to the priesthood. While we chatted together, I found myself drawn into their reflections, their honesty, and their individual docility to God's call in their lives. Be inspired by the vocation stories of these two men.