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The article presents an answer of a question regarding spiritual views on death.

Focuses on forgiveness in the Christian context. Experience with wanting to break the cycle of a friend's insensitivity and be able to forgive; Justification for not resorting to revenge; Illustration of the forgiveness extended by God to sinners.

Discusses the meaning of the coming of God's kingdom as announced by Jesus Christ. Comparison between God's kingdom and Heaven; Gospel on the mysteries of God's kingdom.

Discusses the story of the Ascension of Jesus Christ. Confusions over Christ's Ascension; Message brought by Christ's Ascension; Connection between the Ascension and Resurrection of Christ.

Presents an article defending the actions of Thomas, the apostle of Jesus Christ. Factors that made Thomas doubt his faith; Testimonies of resurrection witnessed by Thomas; Evidence demanded by Thomas to prove that Jesus Christ resurrected from the dead.

Focuses on several women whom Jesus Christ encountered according in John's gospel. Information on how John addressed Mary, the mother of Jesus, in his gospel; Information on women disciple Mary Magdalene; Significance of the Samaritan woman whom Jesus encountered at the well.

Presents a short story "Peace on Earth," by Alice Camille.

Discusses the journey that Jesus Christ wanted His disciples to follow. Advice of Jesus about the journey; Background on the recovery of a smoker from addiction; Risks of following the path taken by Jesus Christ.

Reflects on the Biblical passion of Jesus Christ in Luke 22:14-23:56 during Holy Week. Description of activities in Sunday school; Definition of the terms, passion and compassion; Overview of Jesus Christ's compassion.

Reflects on Jesus' advice about loving enemies. Cause of violence in the world; Ways of loving enemies; Description of the transforming power of love. INSET: Dreams of Dust and Spit.

Presents an article about gratitude in Christian life. Things that a Christian should be grateful for; Reasons for being grateful; Celebration of the Thanksgiving Day; Significance of gratitude

Reflects on the ability of Jesus Christ to heal people and make them whole. Implication of one's faith in Christ; Views of Catholics on the healing power of Jesus Christ; Popularity of the story of blind Bartimaeus among the New Testament healing narratives.

Discusses the relation of the crisis experienced by Jesus Christ in chapter six of the Gospel of John and the personal crisis experienced by a sick person. Overview of the chapter; Details on the personal crisis experienced by sick people; Views of Catholic theologians on crisis.

Presents an article about the messages delivered by God through unexpected intermediaries delivering truths sometimes others would prefer not to hear. Presence of ugly stories in the 'Bible'; Themes of stories considered part of human experience; Review of the motion picture magnolia; Relevance of the confession of sin.

Explains that home is still the perfect place for families to celebrate Christmas. Illustration on how most families will spend their Christmas; Importance for families to spend Christmas together at home; Inevitability of Christmas; Reflection on the meaning of Christmas.

Deals with the saying that all good things come to those who wait. Barriers to the virtue of patience; Lessons to be learned from the stories of Biblical women who waited. INSET: Balm for Blind Hearts.

Presents the short story 'Houses Divided.' INSET: My Wife's First Day of Class.

Discusses the gospel regarding Jesus Christ's invitation of some Galilean fishermen to cast their nets and catch more than fish. What the invitation implies.

Focuses on the role of Saint Joseph in the Holy Family. Interpretation on the painting of Giotto entitled 'Nativity'; Qualities of Saint Joseph; Other paintings that depict the attributes of Saint Joseph; Key factors that make a family holy.

Discusses the power of sacred memory. How the church viewed society; Sacramental perspective of the church.

Presents an article about faith. Pieces of advice to a person who has confusions in making decisions; Importance of God to one's life; Biblical teachings for daily living; Teaching on fidelity.

The article discusses Jesus Christ who has no stake in debate about treatment of stranger at borders who needs to attend Bible study. Topics discussed include how Jesus heals and teaches folks streaming from the Decapolis towards him, divine compassion which is not limited to a nation or religious affiliation and hospitality made by Jesus to outsider pillar of teaching and ministry.

The article gives advice on whether it is important to read the Bible from start to finish. Topics discussed include reason the kamikaze method of reading the Bible is discouraged, comparison between the Jewish Bible and the Catholic Bible in terms of the Old Testament, and downside of lectionary-based study of the Bible.

The article provides an answer for a question related to presence of women apostles.

The article presents answers to several questions related to the Bible including where it came from, and who decided which sacred writings should be included in it.

The article discusses the challenges and rewards of seeking and sustaining a Catholic community. Topics discussed include efforts to bridge the Christian divide in eucharistic celebrations and the challenges of navigating the path between prayers, practices, and principles. The love of God extended by children and a personal involvement in an "online" parish brought together by communication technology are mentioned.