Between Amens — Make time for confession this Advent
byAs we all make our preparations for Christmas this month, let’s add one more thing to the to-do list: Go to confession. One of…
As we all make our preparations for Christmas this month, let’s add one more thing to the to-do list: Go to confession. One of…
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This column is called “Between Amens” because I generally like to reflect on the connections between everyday life and the liturgy. There are certainly…