Parish not God's day care center by Gerard A. Pettebaum
The piece argues that day care, apartments, and single parents shape modern parenthood and church outreach. It urges parishes to engage working families on their terms, highlighting tax relief for child care and the need to build genuine community beyond parish structures. It notes the shift toward part time parenting and the growth of child care centers.
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CCD
God
NC News Service
Kingdom Proclaimed by Jesus as Now Begun
The Gospel teaching centers on the Kingdom of God as Jesus declares a present reign begun through His relationship with God the Father. He calls for repentance and belief, urging listeners to enter the new age where Yahweh exercises sovereignty directly through Him. The message contrasts past messianic anticipation with Jesus’ claimed immediate authority.
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Jesus
Yahweh
David
John the Baptist
Nazareth
God
Adam
Garden of Eden
Man
Father
Jesus Begins Ministry in Galilee and Proclaims Good News
Jesus announces the time has come and God’s kingdom is near. He calls for repentance and faith in the gospel message, inviting people to respond to God’s reign. The audience recognizes a new moment in salvation history and Jesus’ authority behind the invitation.
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Jesus
John the Baptist
John
Catholic Home Bible Study Advice by Father Liptak
Father Liptak urges Catholic homes to teaching prayers and creed with Bible reading daily. He recommends New American and Jerusalem Bibles and guides from Liturgical Press, Jerome Biblical Commentary, and emphasizes Scripture as the Church’s primary source of teaching.
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Liturgical Press
Collegeville
Minnesota
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