Body & Soul

Body & Soul

by Netty Johnson, SSND Throughout my life I have known loss through death; death of family members, friends, Sisters from my religious community, patients at the hospital, and people I have worked with in various parishes. All of these experiences have helped to teach...
For What Are We Searching?

For What Are We Searching?

By Helen Ackerman It seems that people are always searching for something. They want to feel at peace, they want to know about their inner self, and they want to know more about their relationship with God. All of this searching is part of our spiritual life....
Patriotism and Religion

Patriotism and Religion

by Fr. Tom Zelinski This year, we are observing our 250th anniversary as a nation. I would guess that words like “patriot” and “patriotism” will be widely used in various contexts. Patriotism does not necessarily have a religious meaning. But it can take on a kind of...
On Growing Pains

On Growing Pains

by Marge Lindell Our nation just celebrated its 250th birthday. In the months leading up to the celebration I heard lots of talk about this being the greatest nation, and reclaiming our roots as a Christian nation. What makes us great? What makes us a Christian...
Freedom & Inner Peace

Freedom & Inner Peace

by Kadin Oliva As the Independence Day weekend approaches, I ponder the idea of freedom. My mind wanders to less of a physical ideal and more toward an internal sense of freedom. As I ponder this idea, I notice a large amount, if not all, of my internal suffering...

St. Anthony Spirituality Center

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