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‘Moo like a cow’
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‘Moo like a cow’

George P. Matysek Jr.October 20, 20223 min read
There is beauty and power in proclaiming our beliefs together in community worship.
Baltimore’s strongman
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Baltimore’s strongman

George P. Matysek Jr.July 5, 20223 min read
Antone Matysek’s most-famous stunt, which he performed on the Vaudeville stage, was hoisting three men over his head with one arm as they pedaled vainly on a custom-made bicycle outfitted with added weights.
‘Full of grace’
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‘Full of grace’

George P. Matysek Jr.December 2, 20213 min read
We can never be the kind of missionary disciples our church needs if our lives are not set apart. For us to attract others to Christ, people must notice something different in us – a joy, a goodness and a love for God and others that makes people want to know more about what it means to be a Christian and how they, too, can encounter Christ.
‘Petook: The Rooster Who Met Jesus’ makes Easter story accessible for children
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‘Petook: The Rooster Who Met Jesus’ makes Easter story accessible for children

George P. Matysek Jr.April 1, 20214 min read
Parents looking to introduce their children to the Easter story in a loving, gentle way have a great resource in “Petook: The Rooster Who Met Jesus.”
The gift of time
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The gift of time

George P. Matysek Jr.January 4, 20213 min read
As we watch our children grow up right before our eyes, we are reminded that time is limited and precious.
Great Christmas carols you may not have heard
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Great Christmas carols you may not have heard

George P. Matysek Jr.December 24, 20205 min read
George Matysek picks some of his favorite Christmas carols you may never have heard.
Remembering Father Hull
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Remembering Father Hull

George P. Matysek Jr.June 4, 20204 min read
Father Hull was an immense storehouse of knowledge and sharp as a tack even as he pushed 100.
In the footsteps of St. Isaac Jogues
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In the footsteps of St. Isaac Jogues

George P. Matysek Jr.April 2, 20203 min read
We can find solace in knowing that holy people such as St. Isaac Jogues have also been separated from reception of the Blessed Sacrament. Maybe we can find courage and perseverance in their example.
‘God’s perfect plan’
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‘God’s perfect plan’

George P. Matysek Jr.March 30, 20204 min read
“We all cried big, floppy tears and sang with broken voices to try and tell him how much he was adored,” Jordan Tippett said.
The more, the merrier
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The more, the merrier

George P. Matysek Jr.December 10, 20194 min read
As the Christmas season approaches, George Matysek shares the joys of having five children age 5 and under.
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