Serving Christ and Connecting Catholics in Western North Carolina
The vision of heaven in most of our minds may consist of palaces and streets of gold. We may muse on days of rest, large banquets and hours of supreme joy. Since our experience in this area is limited, it is fortunate that we have the prophets and apostles to guide us in creating a more perfect vision of heaven and its attainability in our own lives.
As we celebrate National Family Planning Awareness Week beginning July 23, I remember back a few years ago, when I had the opportunity to spend time with some married friends as they awaited the birth of their baby boy. As the mother went into labor, I was struck by the shared sense of awe that permeated the moment.