Monthly Archives: April 2007

Judgement

Posted on 27 April 2007 by morningtower

I write about a lot of things.  Some political, some spiritual, some personal.  I just love to write. And, like all writers, when I let anyone ‘in’ to read what I write, I risk rejection.  Sometimes I am even judged, … Continue reading →

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Cell Spin

Posted on 21 April 2007 by morningtower

On April 11th, the Senate passed S.5, with a vote of 63 to 34. "S.5" is the alpha-numerical name given to the "Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2007".  The basic summary of the bill is this: "Amends the Public … Continue reading →

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Randomness

Posted on 10 April 2007 by morningtower

Easter was wonderful.  I didn’t get the opportunity to post anything for the celebration itself, which I regret, but it was wonderful.  We attended the Easter Vigil Mass, and some friends came along.  Even though it is the longest Mass … Continue reading →

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Emptiness

Posted on 6 April 2007 by morningtower

Last night, we celebrated the Mass of The Lord’s Supper.  It is a beautiful service, with poignant readings and so much symbolism.  I love that Mass, and look forward to it every year.  It also is the beginning of the … Continue reading →

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Meaning in Suffering

Posted on 4 April 2007 by morningtower

Tomorrow we begin the Easter Triduum, and Lent comes to its close.  The whole point of Lent is to repent, to look inward and reconcile ourselves to the Savior who was willing to undergo brutality beyond description, just so we … Continue reading →

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Bethania

Posted on 2 April 2007 by morningtower

It is not without great significance that the Scripture for Monday of Holy Week is actually about the events of the day before Holy Week began. In fact, in the Greek Church they actually have a specific celebration for this, … Continue reading →

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Feast of Antiquity

Posted on 1 April 2007 by morningtower

Today is Palm Sunday, the beginning of Holy Week, the most sacred week of the Liturgical Year for Christians.  For anyone who is unfamiliar with the feast, it is the remberance of Jesus’ Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem, riding on a … Continue reading →

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