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		<title>28th Sunday of Ordinary Time – Cycle C – October 10, 2010</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2010 16:59:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Fr. Kevin Boucher</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[2 Kings 5:14-17; 2 Timothy 2:8-13; Luke 17:11-19 Leprosy is an extremely painful and highly communicable disease.  The sores and open wounds of this illness can grow to the extreme that the one infected could even lose fingers and toes.  In addition to the physical pain is the emotional pain of loneliness that one endures.  For, at the time of Christ, those who contracted leprosy were forced away from their homes and their communities, lest they infect others. Many banded together and lived in communes away from the rest of society.  It was probably one such group that came to Jesus that day.  Keeping their distance, due to the disease, they cried out for his mercy.  Jesus, moved with compassion, sent them to the priests so that they could be declared clean.  On the way, they were healed. Nine did not return to Jesus.  Where they went, the scriptures are silent.  But you can guess that many of them probably returned to their communities and their families.  Having been cured of this illness they were reunited with those they loved.  What a great blessing this must have been.  Not only were they physically healed, they also were given back their [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Parent meeting for child&#8217;s sacraments</title>
		<link>http://www.nativitycatholicchurch.net/electronic_voice/2010/08/16/faithlife/introduction-and-information-for-parents-concerning-their-childs-sacraments-of-first-reconciliation-confirmation-and-first-eucharist/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:52:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Bourdon</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The date is set for the parent meeting for information on their child&#8217;s sacramental preparation.  Please plan on attending the Wednesday night meeting, September 8, 2010, 6:30-7:30 pm at Nativity Church.  Question and answer time with Fr. Tom Feltman and Kathy Bourdon.]]></description>
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		<title>I Confess</title>
		<link>http://www.nativitycatholicchurch.net/electronic_voice/2010/03/22/faithlife/i-confess/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Mar 2010 13:09:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris Steffan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Why do we confess to priests? Can&#8217;t we just confess to God? Let&#8217;s just suppose for a moment that I, as an underpaid writer, decided that I needed some fast cash and so I rob a store! Whom would I owe an apology to? Certainly I would apologize to the store&#8217;s owner, as well as my family, friends, parishioners, bishop, and the community in general. My bad act reflects on me and all who know me. People would say, &#8220;I heard your priest robbed a store&#8230;&#8221; Well, sin is much the same way. We are all affected by each other&#8217;s sin since we are all members of the same body. Each of us is called to live out the baptismal call to make Christ more visible in the world. When we sin, we fail to hold up our part. Confession is not only reconciliation with God, but also with the church. The priest represents the church community in the sacrament, so that as we are reconciled with God (who does not need a &#8220;middle man&#8221;), we are also reconciled with the church. Two other thoughts: We know the time, place and moment we sin. With confession, we also know the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Water, Water Everywhere</title>
		<link>http://www.nativitycatholicchurch.net/electronic_voice/2010/03/01/faithlife/water-water-everywhere/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 21:32:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris Steffan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[(Video discussion) What is holy water and how do I explain the reason that it is placed at the entrances of churches to my non-Catholic friends? Holy water is a sacramental; a reminder of the life of the church expressed and celebrated through the sacraments. By blessing ourselves with holy water as we enter the church, we are reminded of our own baptism and our call to conversion. Much as we are baptized and then journey through life, we bless ourselves and move through the church, symbolizing again the guiding presence of the Lord, which comes to us through baptism. Remember, the church is sacramental, that is, God&#8217;s grace is mediated through word and gesture (the outward signs). This comes to us through Jesus (instituted by Christ) as he entrusts to the church his saving mission (to give grace). In turn, the church, through sacraments, shares that grace and mission with us. We especially use holy water during Easter when the priest sprinkles the people. It serves to remind us that we are indeed on a journey of faith that makes us one with Christ. So blessing ourselves not only reminds us that we are baptized into a community of [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Fr. Gary to speak to PARENTS on &#8220;Safe Environment for Children&#8221;.</title>
		<link>http://www.nativitycatholicchurch.net/electronic_voice/2010/01/12/faithlife/fr-gary-to-speak-to-parents-on-safe-environment-for-children/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:47:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Bourdon</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This Wednesday, Jan. 20, 6:45-7:30 pm in the Nativity School library, Fr. Gary will speak to PARENTS on some of the fundamentals of personal safety for children. His focus will be on how to protect children and teens from exploitation, abduction, internet crime, drugs and school violence in an environment that emphasizes the dignity of the human person created in the image of God. ALL PARENTS are invited to attend at no charge and no pre-registration. A second meeting is planned for both PARENTS AND CHILDREN on Sunday, January 24, 1:30 pm in the Nativity School library.]]></description>
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		<title>The Importance of Sacraments</title>
		<link>http://www.nativitycatholicchurch.net/electronic_voice/2010/01/11/faithlife/the-importance-of-sacraments/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:49:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris Steffan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are some sacraments more important than others? At times, yes. Perhaps instead of thinking of importance in terms of ranking one as first or greatest, it might be easier to think of them in terms of significance. As we grow in age and in faith, sacraments take on a different meaning and significance for us. Obviously, baptism is important because it is the first one we receive and officially begins our journey of faith. The Eucharist is important because it is the body and blood of Christ and nourishes our faith. And the vocational sacraments of marriage and holy orders have their place, too. But sacraments are dynamic realities that bring God&#8217;s grace to us at various moments of our life. So not only are they a kind of reminder that God is always present with us, but sacraments also are the way God&#8217;s presence comes to us, since grace is a share in God&#8217;s life. When we are spiritually in need, it is the grace we receive and the particular sacrament that is of greatest significance to us. If I am no longer able to receive the Eucharist, perhaps the most important sacrament would be the anointing of the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Early bird bonus: Save now!</title>
		<link>http://www.nativitycatholicchurch.net/electronic_voice/2009/07/07/faithlife/early-bird-bonus-save-money-now/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 17:54:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Bourdon</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dear Nativity parishioner, Every parish needs opportunities for adults and children to come together to pray, to witness to God’s gifts in their lives, and to grow in the knowledge and love of Jesus. We extend a heartfelt invitation to all, young and old, to get connected by participating in one or more of the various faith formation opportunities offered at Nativity Church for 2010-2011.  Faith Formation registration forms available to you in the following areas: 1) Fireside Room at Nativity Church or in the parish office. 2) Website www.nativitycatholicchurch.net • Early bird bonus: There is a bonus for sending your child’s Faith Formation Registration form in early!. $40.00 per child before the September 20, 2010 deadline. After September 20,2010, $50.00 per child. • Early bird bonus: There is a bonus for sending your child’s Sacrament Preparation Registration form in early! $25.00 per child before September 20, 2010. After September 20, 2010, $35.00 per child. Lifelong Faith Formation…..Learning for ALL Generations. • Adult Spirituality for Everyday Life • Child/Youth Faith Formation • Child/Youth Sacrament Preparation.    Please note: Families in the Fargo Catholic Schools Network need to register in their parish to prepare for their children’s sacraments of First Reconciliation, Confirmation [...]]]></description>
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