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Born in 1713 on the island of Majorca off the east coast of Spain, Miguel José Serra was ordained a Franciscan priest in 1737, taking the name Fr. Junipero Serra. At age 37, he landed in Mexico City, beginning the missionary work that would consume the rest of his life. Read on for more about the history of Fr. Serra's missionary work, and the development of the mission bells.

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Psalm 51 is a prayer of repentance. Known as "The Miserere," it was the prayer of David after his affair with Bathsheba. We consider it here, its applicability to our lives in 2025. It is a beautiful, centering, and very helpful message.

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The 2025 edition of the Great American Chili Cook-off was, by all indications, another great success! Check out the details inside!

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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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A beautiful fall day greeted Serrans on their annual seminary visit, this year to St. John Vianney Theological Seminary in Denver, CO. Read about their visit and interaction with seminarians.

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You're comfortable in your role. Life is going along smoothly. Then you get a feeling akin to the anticipation of a slow curve ball in the seventh inning. What to do?