A Temple of the Holy Spirit

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Daniel & Catherine ready for Confirmation I had the privilege of witnessing my son and daughter receive the Sacrament of Confirmation this past Tuesday at the Basilica of Our Lady of the Annunciation in Lancaster, OH. It was a wonderful Mass with a full choir, trumpets, and all the rest. During his remarks, Bishop Earl K. Fernandes mentioned that we too, like the Basilica, are temples of the Lord. It caused me to reflect on this idea. Although I've mostly seen only pictures of the great cathedrals and basilicas in the world, I have seen some amazing churches even in our own diocese. These structures are a testament to the Church's love for God (read the entire Church - Militant, Suffering, Triumphant). They represent great skill, sacrifice, and passion for Our Lord and often times His Mother.  Yet the words of Christ always echo in my mind when contemplating the beauty that surrounds me in those places; “ Do you see these great buildings? There will not be one stone left u
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Help Saint Gabriel Radio

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Saint Gabriel Radio is our local Catholic radio station serving the Diocese of Columbus. The broadcast a bunch of local shows as well as EWTN. However, they need help to stay on the air. They are leasing their new building / station which provides a stronger signal for Columbus, but need to purchase it by June.

They need 2500 new Members ($20./mo for 3 year commitment) as well as Founders (approx. $150/mo for 3 year commitment) in order to show the owners they are able to buy. Of course, they need a few BIG donors as well.

I wanted to give my blog readers the opportunity to help support this station. Even if you don't live in the area, your assistance helps Church through this needed ministry of evangelization over the air waves.

FOUR WAYS TO HELP

1) PRAY - Offer your prayers and intentions that God might move the hearts and minds of those who have the means to give and provide for the station.

2) DONATE - There are plenty of opportunities to donate through their website. Consider joining the 1580 club - donating $15.80 a month (.53 a day) to St. Gabriel Radio!

3) ATTEND A CONCERT - International Performer and Recording Artist Eric Genuis will be in Columbus for a benefit concert for St. Gabriel Radio on May 8th at New Albany Church of the Resurrection.

4) BUY MY BOOKS AND ROSARIES - Okay, I know that sounds bad but it's my way to contribute. For every copy of Rosary Meditations for Real Life that you buy I'll donate $3 to Saint Gabriel Radio and for every cord knot rosary that you buy I'll donate $1 to St. Gabriel Radio. I'll make these donations until June 1st.

Thanks for your prayers and help! God Bless you all, Jim.

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