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In All Knowledge And In Every Act Of Love The ...
Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 17, 2010 (message contributor)
In all knowledge and in every act of love the human soul experiences something "over and above," which seems very much like a gift that we receive, or a height to which we are raised. The development of individuals and peoples is likewise located on a height, if we consider the spiritual dimension that must be present if such development is to be authentic.
(Source: Benedictus PP. XVI, Caritas in Veritate, Chap 6, 77, 6-29-09)
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The Term "Golden Hour" Was Originally Coined By ...
Contributed by Troy Brewer on Dec 19, 2002
The term "golden hour" was originally coined by Dr. R Adams Cowley of the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services, who is regarded as the pioneer of modern trauma care. Dr. Cowley advocated that most trauma patients die of shock, which comes from sluggish or non-existent circulation ...read more
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Calvin On This Point Is Instructive: Whatever ...
Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003
Calvin on this point is instructive: Whatever title then men may hold, they are to be listened to only on the condition that they do not lead us away from obeying God. So we must examine all their traditions by the rule of the Word of God. We must obey princes and others who are in authority, but ...read more
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A Woman Missionary In The South Pacific Islands ... PRO
Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 28, 2003
A woman missionary in the South Pacific Islands was explaining to a group of children the custom and significance of giving gifts at Christmas. "Giving gifts," she said, "expresses love and reminds us of the perfect gift of love we received from God: Jesus." Later that week, a young native ...read more
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Some Years Ago A Christmas Card Pictured A World ... PRO
Contributed by Bruce Howell on Dec 19, 2002
Some years ago a Christmas card pictured a world into which You had not come. A minister fell asleep in his study on Christmas morn. In his dream he found himself looking through his home, but no little stockings hung by the chimney. No Christmas wreaths nor holly decorated the house. He walked ...read more
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There Is Story About A Chinese Artist, A New ... PRO
Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Feb 26, 2003
There is story about a Chinese artist, a new Christian who wanted to paint the parable of the prodigal son. In his first attempt, he painted the father standing at the gate with his arms folded looking sternly down the road at a son coming. Another Christian explained to him that was not the ...read more
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