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Light in the Beyond

Posted on November 2, 2020 by opreach

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A light there is in the beyond which makes the Creator visible to the creature, who only in beholding Him finds peace.― Dante Alighieri, The Divine Comedy This month, on November 12th, Santa Sabina Center’s online retreat is “Finding Our Way through the Dark… Continue Reading “Light in the Beyond”

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Letting the Light Shine Through

Posted on June 10, 2014 by opreach

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People are like stained glass windows: They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light within. – Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

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On the Eighth Day of Christmas

Posted on January 2, 2013 by opreach

Dear God, this past year has been filled with great challenges. Fear and insecurity are our companions day and night. We pray that you shelter us beneath the shadow of your wings and protect us from all harm. Remove the evil forces that surround us and spread over us… Continue Reading “On the Eighth Day of Christmas”

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We Live in Hope

Posted on October 9, 2012 by opreach

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Not knowing when the dawn will come, I open every door.” – Emily Dickinson

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