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The Domestic Church

An unexpected Christmas gift

December 14, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Christmas, Commentary, The Domestic Church

Whether we have recognized how God is at work in our lives or missed some of the clues, Jesus will be waiting for us to come running to meet him in the manger on Christmas morning.

The joy of praying for others

November 8, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, The Domestic Church

We are all part of the Body of Christ. Being asked to carry an intention to Jesus on someone’s behalf is an extraordinary gift and privilege. And praying is something I can do.

Who do you want to be?

October 19, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, The Domestic Church

You’re never too old to dress up for Halloween, and you’re never too old to consider how God might be asking you to change.

Opening our hearts to love

September 9, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, The Domestic Church

That’s love – wanting to be with those who matter to you and being open to whatever comes along the way.

God gives us what we need

July 27, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, The Domestic Church

God looks at his children on Earth and knows precisely what we need. He sees who needs a little more rest, a little extra sunshine or a new opportunity – and he provides.

Savor the moment

June 1, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, The Domestic Church

As St. Pius closes, I’ll be thinking of the students whose time there was cut short and all those grieving that loss. And I’ll be holding onto my memories – and the friendships and connections I have thanks to my time there.

Beginning again

May 19, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, The Domestic Church

There’s a sense of newness to this time of year, and I like to think it offers an opportunity to embrace a new opportunity, take a little leap of faith, and be open to unexpected change.

Neighborly love

April 20, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, The Domestic Church

This Easter season, may we experience moments of great joy. And may we also find comfort in the promise of eternal life for ourselves and all those we love.

The fish-stick dilemma

March 4, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, Feature, Lent, The Domestic Church

As we focus on growing closer to Jesus, may we carve out time and opportunities to walk with him in joy. If that happens to include fish sticks for dinner, let me know what time I should be there.

God prepares us for the unexpected

February 18, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, The Domestic Church

We so rarely know what will be asked of us on any given day. All we can really do is accept each task as it’s placed in front of us.

Thank you, God, for a new year

December 29, 2020
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Christmas, Commentary, The Domestic Church

Thank you for today, God, and for tomorrow – the days ahead we have yet to unwrap and discover.

God is enough this Advent season

December 2, 2020
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Advent, Christmas, Commentary, The Domestic Church

Being near the people we love is always reassuring, bringing comfort and peace. It’s not even what they say or do that makes us feel better. There’s something about their presence that helps us feel loved, accepted and safe.

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