John Gaffney

But some seed fell on rich soil, and produced fruit, a hundred or sixty or thirtyfold (Matthew 13:8). A site about evangelization & catechesis for Catholics.

[John Gaffney @TheRichSoil]

@dsmairport can’t seem to handle the traffic they already have. American 1147 sat on the tarmac for as long as the flight from Chicago took. We were on time: nit early. Not sure how they will handle a larger airport.

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@VerizonNews @Verizon Still out almost six hours later. What is going on?

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OPening rather at Mass, “Almighty and merciful God, by whose gift your faithful offer you right and praiseworthy service, grant, we pray, that we may hasten without stumbling to receive the things you have promised.”

[John Gaffney @TheRichSoil]

Prayer at Mass, “Almighty ever-living God, increase our faith, hope & charity, & make us love what you command, so that we may merit what you promise. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives & reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever & ever.”

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Opening prayer at Mass, “Almighty ever-living God, grant that we may always conform our will to yours and serve your majesty in sincerity of heart.”

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Opening prayer at Mass, “May your grace, O Lord, we pray, at all times go before us and follow after and make us always determined to carry out good works.”

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Opening prayer at Mass, “Almighty ever-living God, who in the abundance of your kindness surpass the merits and the desires of those who entreat you, pour out your mercy upon us to pardon what conscience dreads and to give what prayer does not dare to ask.”

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Opening prayer at Mass, “O God, who manifest your almighty power above all by pardoning and showing mercy, bestow, we pray, your grace abundantly upon us and make those hastening to attain your promises heirs to the treasures of heaven.”

[Des Moines Diocese @DMDiocese]

Keeping cool with our catechetical leaders as they gather today to be inspired and inspire others to know and love God. We are blessed with faith filled, good leaders!
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[Des Moines Diocese @DMDiocese]

Eucharistic procession is tomorrow, 8/19. Temps: mid 70s during Mass & low 80s during the procession. Plz be prudent if you join us. Although we show reverence for the Eucharist, we also know that light clothing is a way to beat the heat. @TheRichSoil

[Des Moines Diocese @DMDiocese]

Tune in at 9 a.m. this Friday to @IowaCatholicRadio & @TheSpiritRadio to hear Bishop talk with author Pat Mathson about sharing our faith with children. Can't hear the show then? Find the podcast at https://t.co/P4SOlG7xvH.
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