Without a Doubt: Bringing Faith to LifeEmmaus Road Publishing, 2001 - 232 pages "Should not shepherds feed the sheep?" (Ezek. 34:2). Bishop Thomas Tobin of Providence, Rhode Island offers solid spiritual food in this collection of award-winning essays. Drawing lessons on personal spirituality from sources as varied as Sacred Scripture and the parish parking lot, Bishop Tobin will inspire you to follow Christ more closely and grow in love and holiness. |
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Page 15
... parish staffs; about me and things I've written, said, or done. Really, I don't mind getting letters of complaint because most often the letter writers have invested their time and energy and are sincerely concerned about the well-being ...
... parish staffs; about me and things I've written, said, or done. Really, I don't mind getting letters of complaint because most often the letter writers have invested their time and energy and are sincerely concerned about the well-being ...
Page 16
... in the mail to attend parish events, community gatherings, or personal social affairs. Of course it's always flattering to be invited and I do appreciate the thoughtfulness of someone asking me to be with them. 1 Without a Doubt.
... in the mail to attend parish events, community gatherings, or personal social affairs. Of course it's always flattering to be invited and I do appreciate the thoughtfulness of someone asking me to be with them. 1 Without a Doubt.
Page 17
... Parish events take priority for me, for that's where a shepherd should be, in the midst of his flock. Liturgical and devotional activities are particularly important, because it's good that a bishop lead his people in prayer. However ...
... Parish events take priority for me, for that's where a shepherd should be, in the midst of his flock. Liturgical and devotional activities are particularly important, because it's good that a bishop lead his people in prayer. However ...
Page 28
... parish priest, the dear, gentle lady who was our housekeeper said to us on more than one occasion: “There's a reason you guys aren't married; probably can't find any woman who would put up with you!” I like to believe that's not ...
... parish priest, the dear, gentle lady who was our housekeeper said to us on more than one occasion: “There's a reason you guys aren't married; probably can't find any woman who would put up with you!” I like to believe that's not ...
Page 36
... parish societies compete for the limited space and resources of their parish, they need to avoid unkind words and angry exchanges. When people become irritated with their pastor, they need to speak honestly, of course, but respectfully ...
... parish societies compete for the limited space and resources of their parish, they need to avoid unkind words and angry exchanges. When people become irritated with their pastor, they need to speak honestly, of course, but respectfully ...
Contents
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49 | |
Spring Training | 55 |
Thy Liberty with Law | 63 |
An Open Letter to College Students | 69 |
Angel of God | 77 |
Souls of the Just | 83 |
prayinG with the church | 145 |
in union with the pope | 185 |
Appendix | 223 |
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