by Bob K | Sep 29, 2020 | 12 Steps, a Catholic Perspective, Uncategorized
I heard of an alcoholic who refused to admit that he had a problem. When those closest to him spoke to him individually of their concern for him he told them he did not have a problem, he was fine. He was in denial. But those closest to him being concerned for his...
by Kevin S | Sep 14, 2020 | A Thought for Today, Themes, Uncategorized
Here’s a hymn for Catholics involved in 12 Step programs and for Catholics who want forgiveness for sins: “Come, Ye Sinners, Poor and Needy.” The verses above were taken from the Offertory Hymn at the vigil Mass (24th Sunday) for St. Thomas More...
by Bob K | Sep 8, 2020 | 12 Steps, a Catholic Perspective
INTRODUCTION This is the first of a series of monthly articles on each of the Twelve Steps, Catholic faith and the Calix Society. This article has been contributed by Jim R, Minnesota, how to do Step 9, with guidance from the New Testament. Step 9 – Made direct...
by Bob K | Sep 3, 2020 | 12 Steps, a Catholic Perspective, Science and Catholic teaching, Uncategorized
INTRODUCTION Jesus used parables to make complicated ideas simple and familiar to his audience: analogies from agriculture, buying and selling, material things. I myself have found scientific analogies to be enlightening, One such is Christ as the Light of the...
by Bob K | Jul 9, 2020 | A Thought for Today, Uncategorized
CALIX SOCIETY CREDO “Calix is an association of Catholic alcoholics, drug addicts, and family members and friends affected by addiction, who are maintaining their sobriety through participation in their Catholic faith and a 12 Step program. Our first concern is to...
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