That’s a good one!

2) What insights or messages have you received in prayer or meditation about the current state of society and how we find a path forward?

1) For the past two years, in prayer I've received urgent messages on how to get through the dark times which are now upon us. Over and over I hear, "Link arms with those who seek peace, serve others, volunteer at food banks, keep the flame of kindness alive, guard spiritual integrity, grow food."

'There Is Only One Majority in This Country, That's the Working Class,' Says Mamdani | Common Dreams "It's time we have a politics that puts them at the heart of what it is that we're pursuing and not as part of the appendix."

Mamdani: Democratic socialism viable anywhere. “...this is a politics that can flourish anywhere, because there is only one majority in this country – that’s the working class, and it’s time we have a politics that puts them at the heart of [public policy]..." www.commondreams.org/news/mamdani...

I thought that too.

Unbelievable!

I guess it was all of us! Take care, everyone. ❤️❤️❤️

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In the public discourse, the battle cannot be won by words, but only by Spirit April 16, 2026 These days there is much turmoil in the public discourse. Today’s Bible readings refute the critics of Pope Leo.   In Acts of the Apostles, the authorities summoned Peter and the Apo…

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In the public discourse, the battle cannot be won by words, but only by Spirit April 16, 2026 These days there is much turmoil in the public discourse. Today’s Bible readings refute the critics of Pope Leo.   In Acts of the Apostles, the authorities summoned Peter and th…

contemplativejournal.blog/2026/04/16/i...

Archbishop Coakley’s Response to President Trump’s Social Media Post on Pope Leo XIV WASHINGTON – Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops issued a brief response to a social media post by President T...

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U.S. Bishops’ Chairman on Doctrine Issues Clarification on Just War Theory “When Pope Leo XIV speaks as supreme pastor of the universal Church, he is not merely offering opinions on theology, he is preaching the Gospel and exercis...

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Prayer for peace On April 11, 2026, Pope Leo led a prayer vigil for peace at the Vatican which was livestreamed all over the world.  Here is the link to the full transcript of his homily (speech): Full text: P…

After Pope Leo's homily, in prayer I saw Jesus looking at us with very human relief, acknowledging that Truth concerning peace and war was well & completely spoken by Pope Leo. Jesus had no more words but extended his arms to welcome with love all humanity.
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Nationwide General Strike Planned for May 1: No Kings Organizer | Common Dreams Indivisible co-founder Ezra Levin announces nationwide general strike on May 1 in next No Kings mass action.

There’s already a date onboard for a general strike

May 1st, National Strike

No work, no school, no shopping

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BREAKING: Donald Trump has reportedly been calling Republicans this weekend demanding that "under no circumstances" are they allowed to subpoena Melania to testify about her Epstein connections because he doesn't trust her not to throw him under the bus.

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Pope says ‘enough of war’ and decries ‘delusion of omnipotence’ at peace vigil Leo’s comments did not directly mention war in Iran but read as his strongest condemnation of the conflict yet

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Remember how I said a couple weeks ago that Donald Trump get sexual pleasure from violence and gore, particularly when it involves women?

Well, I wasn't guessing.

Did a sitting US President just share an uncensored video of a murder on his official social media page?
I think the answer is yes.
This reveals a lot about the inside of his sick head.
Someone do something.

It's been nearly five hours since the president of the United States posted a graphic snuff video of a man beating a woman to death with a hammer and there's no mention of it on the New York Times, Washington Post or CNN websites.

Jesus is one with the poor April 9, 2026 After spending two weeks in rural Puerto Rico, yesterday I went to centering prayer practice.  In prayer, I saw Jesus with an amulet on his upper right arm and in the attire of a Taim…

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The usually conservative US Catholic bishops are
speaking out against Trump’s threats of war crimes.
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In the light of Easter, let us allow ourselves to be amazed by Christ! Let us allow our hearts to be transformed by his immense love for us! Let those who have weapons lay them down! Let those who have the power to unleash wars choose peace!
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Pope Leo urges Israel's Herzog to end Iran war in phone call, Vatican says Pope Leo ​spoke on the ‌phone with Israeli President Isaac ​Herzog on ​Friday and urged him ⁠to "reopen all ​paths of dialogue" ​to end the Iran war, the ​Vatican said.

Pope Leo urges Israel's Herzog to end Iran war in phone call, Vatican says reut.rs/4sS2Okb

In wrangling dark matter, some scientists find inspiration in the Torah, Krishna and Christ Dark matter and dark energy are mysteries that have confounded scientists for decades, even though they comprise 95% of the universe's mass.

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Thank you so much. I had not read this poem before but it is beautiful and true.

Face to face with evil As we approach Easter, in our Gospel readings Jesus comes face to face with betrayal in the form of his disciple Judas, who is plotting to turn Jesus in to the authorities. What would most human be…

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Now get out and vote in the midterms like your life depends on it, because it does. #NoKings

This is what solidarity looks like. #NoKings

It’s No Kings Day and we are GOING OUT TODAY. Before you do eat a real breakfast. Not a granola bar over the sink 😉 You’re about to make history and you need fuel. Wear comfortable shoes. Give yourself extra time to get there, especially if you’re heading to St. Paul. Check your