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This is an archive of Father Breighner’s most recent Catholic Review commentary preceding his 2023 retirement.

Father Joseph Breighner Commentary

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Father Janaites carried burdens for others

Father Joseph BreighnerJanuary 19, 20123 min read
Since the strokes in my eyes in 2002, I’ve found that tears come pretty easily. However, I needed no such excuse when I first heard that Father Stan Janaites had died on Aug. 5. I cried again as I stood at his coffin in St. Joseph’s Church in Sykesville.
When it comes to prayer, remember ACTS and ALTAR
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When it comes to prayer, remember ACTS and ALTAR

Father Joseph BreighnerSeptember 4, 20083 min read
The old saying, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks,” is wrong. I’m learning all the time! Allow me to share two new insights about prayer.
Age gracefully, with laughter
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Age gracefully, with laughter

Father Joseph BreighnerAugust 16, 20074 min read
My favorite definition of laughter is that it’s jogging for the intestines.
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He was exceptionally normal

Father Joseph BreighnerJuly 28, 20054 min read
Beyond his immediate family, Johnny touched a much larger world. He consistently inspired friends and classmates. He said he just wanted to be normal, and so many people helped him to feel a part of normal life.
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