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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 “Marriage Engagement” Sermon

Posted on May 28, 2016 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

One of the most awfullest words heard today is “commitment.”  “Ehhh, commit what and to whom?”  The sentiment is real but their pronoun would have been wrong.  (They would have said “who” instead of the correct “whom.”) “Commitment.”  A public … Continue reading →

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“Hope Does Not Disappoint”

Posted on May 22, 2016 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

“and we boast in hope of the glory of God. Not only that, but we even boast of our afflictions, knowing that affliction produces endurance, and endurance, proven character, and proven character, hope, and hope does not disappoint…” St. Paul … Continue reading →

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Pornography & Priest Abuse

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

The U.S. Bishops published a document warning about pornography, especially these days with the Internet.  It’s interesting to contrast their statements today with the priest abuse of the past how many years.  The italics is the pornography statement. The Church … Continue reading →

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Ascension: It’s the Feet

Posted on May 3, 2016 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

“Put your best foot forward,” we’re told throughout our lives. It’s the last things those land locked apostles saw as Jesus left them to their own wits.  (Don’t worry, the Holy Spirit is en route and right on cue. Stage directions: … Continue reading →

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Receiving the Host: You or It?

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

As usual we put ourselves first instead of the mystery.  As usual it’s about us and not the that which we receive. Years ago I’ve said that the “Body of Christ” is not a treat or reward for what you’ve … Continue reading →

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Easter Suffering

Posted on April 10, 2016 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

The apostles “rejoiced that they were found worthy to suffer…” “Worthy?”  What kind of word is that?  “Unworthy” is the easy word we use to describe ourselves so that we’re not responsible for anything or anyone.  After all, I’m “unworthy.”  … Continue reading →

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“The Wizard of Oz” and Faith

Posted on April 2, 2016 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Twice a year if they’re lucky and perhaps a wedding or funeral thrown in defines their yearly active faith.  They’re believers but of a different kind.  They’re seeking the wizard when it’s the Munchkins that make a spiritual life meaningful. … Continue reading →

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“I Think It’s Important”

Posted on March 27, 2016 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

I’ve had a small rock on top of my bedroom bureau for years.  When I move, I pack the rock and again place it on top.  It’s to remind me of…  I’ve forgotten the “where or when” of the rock … Continue reading →

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Easter Sunday: “Trial Separation?”

Posted on March 27, 2016 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

It’s called a “trial separation.”  Kinda of a weird name for a marriage that’s about to break up, isn’t it?  Because you see if the “trial” of this temporary arrangement doesn’t work out, then you’re back to your failing marriage … Continue reading →

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The “Awesome” English Language

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

If I hear that something or someone is “awesome,” it’ll be time to turn my hearing aids off.  “Awesome” is if the moon would fall to the earth, anything less is “okay” or “good.” “Pretty nice” doesn’t say much and … Continue reading →

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