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About Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

A Roman Catholic priest since 1980 and a member of the Society of the Divine Savior (Salvatorians). www.Salvatorians.com. Six books on the Catholic church and U.S. culture are available on Amazon.com.

A Funeral Sermon for a Dad

Posted on January 11, 2018 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Interesting scripture readings. So many places to choose from. A mountain, web, a tent, a building, heaven. home, a body, and judgment seat. Jesus just says, “place” or other versions call it a mansion. Jesus also calls the place a … Continue reading →

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“Letters From My Cats”

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Great gift idea for cat lovers and those who need conversion available at Amazon.com Please write a review following your purchase. Thanks.

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“Behold” An Advent Reflection

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

“Behold.”  The word says what it saw.  Underused but a descriptive word.  The curtain’s been lifted.  There are no strings attached and there is no agenda. Just that one, spoken word that startles you from whatever you were thinking or doing, … Continue reading →

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The Influences of “Epiphany”

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Elvis Presley, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Eddie Van Halen, Michael Jackson and most notably, Paul McCartney. Besides all being huge rock stars, what do they all have in common? None of them can or could read or write music. John … Continue reading →

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The “Yes” of Mary

Posted on December 31, 2017 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

As the Lutherans always ask us Catholics, “Why do you worship Mary?” We answer by saying that we don’t “worship Mary” but we can understand their confusion. We are dumbfounded by this carrier of hope into our world. We are … Continue reading →

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“The Holy Family” & Ours

Posted on December 30, 2017 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

A terrible blow to families and psychology happened in the 1980’s when the word “dysfunctional” became vogue when applied to families. Lots of books sold and lots of talks, especially in our family on how we became this word. Every other … Continue reading →

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A Blessing of the Nativity Manger

Posted on December 26, 2017 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Here they all are again in front of us. And here we are again. They are presented to us for our adoration and our emulation. We call them the “Holy Family.” Over here is “Silent Joseph” whose words are never … Continue reading →

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“In Between” Time

Posted on December 26, 2017 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Between Christmas and New Years is my favorite time of the year. It’s one of my favorite phrases and its meaning we all love to sometimes hate.  “Inbetween.”  (Although it’s actually two words, as it should be, because it represents … Continue reading →

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“Keep Your Fork,” Christmas Reflection

Posted on December 25, 2017 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

God sent His Son, His only Son to bring the world redemption through love, mercy, and hope. We acknowledge and honor that great event once again. God did a pretty good job, don’t you think? Jesus did a pretty good … Continue reading →

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“Keep Your Fork,” Christmas Reflection

Posted on December 23, 2017 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

It’s a beautiful display, all at once, of all the food groups facing you, filling nostrils and mouths beginning to water. The table is set, and everyone is seated except the oldest who seems to appreciate the bathroom more than … Continue reading →

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