Oaths Promises and Perjury Teachings
A religious discussion explains oaths as calling on God to witness truth or a promise under sin. It contrasts oath of evidence and promissory oath with Jesus instruction to avoid swearing, and defines vows as serious promises in religious life. Perjury is highlighted as a grave offense against truth.
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Christ
Rosa's First Communion Sparks Hope in Galvarino
In Galvarino Chile Rosa a 12 year old Indian girl with black hair and high cheekbones begins learning catechism at harvest time after Father Hegarty persuades her family to send her to classes. Her sister and brother help, allowing Rosa to attend three mile walks to school where she and other children learn prayers hymns and doctrine. On the last day she dons white dress and veil and receives First Holy Communion marking a defining moment in her life as a child of God.
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Galvarino
Chile
Frederick J. Hegarty
Father Hegarty
God
Senora Maria
Practice helps What is it for the plate
The text notes that practice helps with handling unfamiliar dishes like tossed salad or spaghetti. It warns the boy appears to perform a magic trick rather than serve a meal and urges careful practice at home to avoid embarrassment when eating at a relative or friend's home.
Our Sunday Visitor Readers Fund 50 Missals for St Peter
Gratitude flows from Our Sunday Visitor readers for funding 50 new missals blessed by Paolo Cardinal Marella for St Peter's. The event attracted Msgr. Ligutti and Msgr. Luigi Meroni with Vatican coverage praising the gesture amid Rome discussions on liturgy and reform.
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Paolo Cardinal Marella
Vatican Basilica
Msgr
Ligutti
Luigi Meroni
St. Peter’s
Vatican
L’osservatore Romano
Can City
L’osservatore Della Domenica
Dear Mom and Dad Poem Reflects Family Strain and Faith
A poem by Patt Thornton of Donaldson Indiana laments family strain while affirming faith in Christ. It recalls shared times and support, notes broken family ties, and ends with choosing Christ as guide. The piece expresses gratitude, struggle, and spiritual resolve.
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Christ
Patt Thornton, Donaldson
Ind
Secret of success quote from a promising young man
A notable saying highlights that the most promising young man is the one who does more than he promises. The line emphasizes action over empty boasts and urges reliable achievement in early career.
What makes an adult different from a child
A speaker argues that adulthood is not defined by size strength or skill but by how one thinks of others. Children focus on themselves while adults grow in knowledge and concern for others, recognizing mutual dependence and taking action to help others, especially in the context of the Sacrament of Confirmation.
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Council
Notre Dame Foundation Seeks Gifts for Library and Hall
Notre Dame invites donations to fund a 13 story library and a new residence hall for nuns. Ford Foundation will match gifts by 50 percent, with donor names inscribed in the Notre Dame Memorial Library foyer as lasting tribute. Contact Rev John E Walsh CSC for details.
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University of Notre Dame
Our Lady's
Ford Foundation
Notre Dame Memorial Library
John E. Walsh
C.S.C
The
Notre Dame Foundation
Dept. V
Ind
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