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Bartholomew: Worth a Mention

August 24, 2022 By Tim Gavin Leave a Comment

When I was a child growing up in Philadelphia, I respected a man who lived across the street from me named Mr. Weaver.

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Saint Bartholomew and Brokenness

August 24, 2020 By George Roberts Leave a Comment

Nothing, really, is known about Bartholomew, who is mentioned in the list of disciples in the synoptic gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke). While John does […]

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Who empties the trash? Who is Saint Bartholomew? 

August 24, 2019 By Ben Day 3 Comments

We were standing in front of an overflowing trash can in the neighborhood “fast-food chicken” franchise. It took me a moment to register my son asking me the question. I’d been daydreaming and lost in thought. 

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St. Bartholomew invites me to immerse myself in a book – and in the Good Book.

August 24, 2017 By Marcus Halley Leave a Comment

Saint Bartholomew is the patron saint of bookbinders and is often depicted holding the Gospel book.

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Faith at Home: Planning Ahead for August

July 24, 2017 By Nurya Love Parish 13 Comments

A new feature helps readers plan ahead to practice faith at home each month.

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Celebrating St. Bartholomew, Apostle

August 24, 2016 By Marcus Halley 4 Comments

Each of us has a “fig tree” moment wherein the trajectory of our lives is altogether different because Christ notices us.

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Preparing to Celebrate St. Bartholomew

August 16, 2016 By Maria Nolletti Ross Leave a Comment

St. Bartholomew reminds us that when we support our children’s participation in church youth programs, they will be transformed by their connection to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

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