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peace of soul

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Pope Francis said that “Do not be afraid!” is the message of the Church.

It is true that stalwart messengers of hope may be scorned and scoffed at by those who “celebrate your pain,” but that is no reason to back off. Instead, it is an additional spur to increase hope and joy, especially in the company of others who are united in making the world a more peace-filled, hope-filled place.

Search your soul, Pope Francis often said, for that quiet peace that comes from knowing you are surrounded and protected by God’s love.

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Farewell, Papa!

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Pope Francis

1936-2025

Photo courtesy of Pinterest Christs’ Vicar of the Church Pope Francis

We do not want you to be unaware, brothers, about those who have fallen asleep, so that you may not grieve like the rest, who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose, so too will God, through Jesus, bring with him those who have fallen asleep. Indeed, we tell you this, on the word of the Lord, that we who are alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will surely not precede those who have fallen asleep.

1 Thessalonians 13-18

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spiritual fitness

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Two years ago I tried on a favorite little black dress.

I loved this dress for its simplicity and flexibility. It’s not in the least bit fussy or fancy and whether a high heel, kitten heel, sandal or sporty sneaker this dress can carry off the perfect look – no matter the occasion! This dress has hung in my closet for more years than the store it was purchased at lasted, as it has gone out of business long ago.

My LBD has traveled with me through 3 house moves & spanned the course of numerous fashion trends! Most importantly, if I am ever in doubt of “what to wear” it’s always been my constant “safe choice.”

Choose a shoe, match a hand-bag and off I go!

But then one day, as I pulled this magical garment from the closet to wear for an impromptu dinner with friends, the unthinkable happened.

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