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Reflections, The Problem: Sin, What You Can Do

The Knowledge of God & The Knowledge of Self

September 15, 2022by Ambrose BeanLeave a Comment on The Knowledge of God & The Knowledge of Self

First, we need to know who we are. We need to know where we are. We need to know the situation we are in. This is the knowledge of self which the Fathers taught us was so important. This is the message of the Old Testament. It is the call to "repent!" (Acts 2:38). It [...]

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Ep 9 – St. Anselm – Repentance and Mercy

June 24, 2021March 8, 2022by Ambrose BeanLeave a Comment on Ep 9 – St. Anselm – Repentance and Mercy

This is a meditation written by St. Anselm to encourage the spirit not to fall into despair. Text edited by Ambrose Bean. Audio edited by Stephen Bean.

Reflections, The Problem: Sin

Mass Distractions

February 2, 2020April 18, 2021by Ambrose BeanLeave a Comment on Mass Distractions

I was very distracted during mass today. There were a number of things happening around me that made it hard to focus on what was happening at the altar. They were the typical things. The kids behind me were restless and vocal. The sign of peace was awkward. The music selections were questionable. I was [...]

Reflections, The Problem: Sin

Are You in Control?

August 23, 2019April 18, 2021by Ambrose BeanLeave a Comment on Are You in Control?

Perhaps we're humble enough to admit that we sin. After all, the Bible is pretty clear when it says that "all have sinned and are deprived of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23). The smallest ounce of honest introspection will force us to admit that we are no exception to the rule. We aren't perfect. [...]

Who is Ambrose?

Ambrose Bean is a writer and teacher looking to lead Catholics back to the Vine.

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