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        In today’s gospel from Matthew, we hear one of the great robust dialogues between Jesus and the Canaanite woman who was a person in need, though not a member of the Chosen People....
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        In Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians, ‘So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.’ As we Jesuits say, Ad Maiorem Dei Gloriam – to the greater glory of God. That’s the call of all of us who find inspiration...
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        The ACBC will be releasing a second social justice statement on Friday, August 7. The statement is entitled, 'Living the Gospel in Times of Social Division’. ...
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