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		<title>Celebrating Holy Days</title>
		<link>http://www.nativitycatholicchurch.net/electronic_voice/2011/02/01/faithlife/celebrating-holy-days/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2011 18:57:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris Steffan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I was surprised to learn that not all countries celebrate the same holy days. If we are traveling and the country where we are does not celebrate a holy day that we do in the USA, must we go to Mass? There are ten holy days of obligation: Mary, the Mother of God; Epiphany; St. Joseph; Ascension; Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ; St. Peter and St. Paul, Apostles; Assumption of Mary; All Saints; Immaculate Conception; and Christmas. The Conference of Catholic Bishops of individual countries, with approval of the Holy See, can either suppress certain holy days of obligation or transfer them to a Sunday. The Holy See requires that in each country Christmas and one feast of Mary be observed on the actual date as holy days of obligation. In the US we always celebrate the Immaculate Conception, our patronal feast, on December 8, as a holy day of obligation. In 1998, the USCCB allowed Ascension Thursday to be transferred to the following Sunday. In the United States, Epiphany and Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ have been transferred to Sunday. The feasts of St. Joseph and St. Peter and St. Paul, Apostles have not been [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Presence of Christ Is Not Divided</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 May 2010 12:33:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris Steffan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Must I receive both the body and the blood of Christ to receive him fully? In recent years there has been a renewed interest and practice of receiving the Eucharist under both forms or species, bread and wine. But this is not necessary to receive the eucharistic presence of Christ. The Council of Trent taught that the presence of Christ in the Eucharist begins with the words of consecration and endures as long as the species of bread and wine subsist. Furthermore, Christ is present whole and entire in both species and in all parts of the species. So if the bread is broken the presence of Christ is not divided (CCC 1377). If one receives a larger portion of bread, they do not receive more Christ! In the General Instruction of the Roman Missal, paragraph 281 states, &#8220;Holy Communion has a fuller form as a sign when it is distributed under both kinds.&#8221; Paragraph 282 goes on to remind us that we are not deprived of any grace necessary for salvation when we receive Communion under one form. People who are allergic to wheat may receive just the cup and they gain the same grace and presence as one [...]]]></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>Liturgical Changes Due to H1N1 / Flu</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:17:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Fr. Kevin Boucher</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Having entered the flu season our bishop, along with many other leaders in the church have asked to consider a few of the ritual practices of our liturgy; specifically the issue of exchanging the sign of peace, and sharing from the common cup. Let me begin my remarks by stating clearly that it is not a sin to miss mass when you are ill.  If you are ill please stay home and take care of yourself.  This will also help to prevent from giving whatever you have to others.  This draws our attention to another important consideration.  Avoiding the flu should not be seen as a  shunning or staying away from people who are sick.  It is about protecting yourself against infection.  Listen to the medical professionals and wash your hands frequently.  Sneeze or cough into your elbow.  If you are sick be courteous by staying away from others. Here at Nativity we have had the longstanding custom of receiving communion under both forms of bread and wine.  It is important to note that for many centuries no one was allowed to receive the precious blood except the clergy.  It has been the teaching of the Church that to receive [...]]]></description>
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		<title>28th Sunday &#8211; Cycle B &#8211; October 11, 2009</title>
		<link>http://www.nativitycatholicchurch.net/electronic_voice/2009/10/11/liturgy/homily/28th-sunday-cycle-b-2009/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2009 18:32:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Fr. Kevin Boucher</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wisdom 7:7-11;  Hebrews 4:12-13;  Mark 10:17-30 (cf. also CCC par. 2052 ff.) Having entered the flu season our bishop, along with many other leaders in the church have asked to consider a few of the ritual practices of our liturgy; specifically the issue of exchanging the sign of peace, and sharing from the common cup. Let me begin my remarks by stating clearly that it is not a sin to miss mass when you are ill.  If you are ill please stay home and take care of yourself.  This will also help to prevent from giving whatever you have to others.  This draws our attention to another important consideration.  Avoiding the flu should not be seen as a  shunning or staying away from people who are sick.  It is about protecting yourself against infection.  Listen to the medical professionals and wash your hands frequently.  Sneeze or cough into your elbow.  If you are sick be courteous by staying away from others. Here at Nativity we have had the longstanding custom of receiving communion under both forms of bread and wine.  It is important to note that for many centuries no one was allowed to receive the precious blood except the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Body &amp; Blood of Christ – Cycle B – June 14, 2009</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2009 13:06:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Fr. Kevin Boucher</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Exodus 24:3-8; Hebrews 9:11-15; Mark 14:12-16,22-26 Did it ever occur to you that food and memories go together?  Our own favorite food is many times more than just &#8216;food;&#8217; it has to do with more than taste.  It signifies a place, a time and an experience of joy or comfort or love.  Our favorite food tastes like HOME!  Our favorite food can bring back a flood of memories.  For example, what was your favorite meal at home growing up?  I know of some families where, on the birthday of each child, the birthday person gets to pick what the meal will be that evening, their favorite meal.  What is on the table when family gathers on special occasions?  For me, it is just not Christmas dinner without that French dish (tut-ke) more commonly known as meat pie. Meals, and food, very much invoke memories in us.  It is no wonder then, that the covenant God has established with us centers around a meal, the Holy Eucharist.  The Eucharist is the spiritual food we need for our journey here on earth.  The Eucharist is a meal of memories in which we celebrate the sacrifice God made for his people.  For in [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Why was the Name Changed?</title>
		<link>http://www.nativitycatholicchurch.net/electronic_voice/2009/06/09/faithlife/faithformation/why-was-the-name-changed/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:56:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris Steffan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Why was the name for this Sunday changed from Corpus Christi to the feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ? The Lectionary revised by Vatican II changed the name of this feast from Corpus Christi, the feast of the body of Christ, to the feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. Although several reasons prompted this change, the primary ones focus on the fullness of the sacramental reality. Christ is fully present in the bread and wine which are transformed by the power of the Spirit into the body and blood of Christ. While the term &#8220;body&#8221; was seen as adequate, the fuller sacramental reality is better expressed by &#8220;body and blood.&#8221; The emphasis on the &#8220;blood&#8221; of Christ was highlighted by the availability of the cup for all communicants, something previously restricted only to priests. This availability provided the opportunity to explore the rich meaning of Christ&#8217;s blood for our faith lives. Blood has always been linked to life and to union with others, especially blood relatives. Drinking from the cup symbolizes Christian willingness to share Christ&#8217;s sacrifice. Sharing the cup represents our commitment to be united as one family. In Mark 10:38, [...]]]></description>
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