Writing

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    O Rex Gentium

    O King of all the nations, the only joy of every human heart; O Keystone of the mighty arch of man, come and save the creature you fashioned from the…

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    O Oriens

    O Radiant Dawn, splendor of eternal light, sun of justice: come, shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death.

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    All Sins Must Go!

    All Sins Must Go! – My latest piece on Austin Catholic New Media.

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    O Clavis David

    O Key of David, O royal Power of Israel controlling at your will the hate of heaven: come, break down the prison walls of death for those who dwell in darkness and…

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    O Radix Jesse

    O Flower of Jesse’s stem, you have been raised up as a sign for all peoples; kings stand silent in your presence; the nations bow down in worship before you.…

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    O Adonai

    O sacred Lord of ancient Israel, who showed yourself to Moses in the burning bush, who gave him the holy law on Sinai mountain: come, stretch our your mighty hand…

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    Quotes of the Week (or so…)

    Inspired by Kathryn, I’m going to start recording some of Olivia’s (and eventually Catalina’s) spoken gems. Too Much Angry Birds? Me: ::pig noise:: Olivia: No, piggy daddy! Me: ::pig noise::…

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    O Sapientia

    O Wisdom, O holy Word of God, you govern all creation with your strong yet tender care. Come and show your people the way to salvation.

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    O Antiphons

    In Catholic tradition, today begins the “O Antiphons”. From December 17th through December 23rd, the antiphon for the Magnificat are one of seven of the so-called O Antiphons. The Magnificat…

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    From the annual Christmas letter of Casa Juan Diego in Houston.

    When everything seems dark and discouraging, the best way to beat despair is to serve the desperate. «From the annual Christmas letter of Casa Juan Diego»