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FBP 990 - Jesus Invites Us

“Are we not afraid that He might take something away from us? No! If we let Christ into our lives, we lose nothing, nothing, absolutely nothing of what makes life free, beautiful and great. No! Only in this friendship are the doors of life opened wide… Do not be afraid of Christ! He takes nothing away, and he gives you everything.” Pope Benedict XVI - Inaugural Mass, 2005

Pope Benedict XVI - Inaugural Mass (April 24, 2005)

Episode 990 (10:54)

In this episode: Fr. Dominic preaches; We like to complain; Jesus is inviting us into a relationship with him; Pope Benedict XVI: “are we not afraid that He might take something away from us? No! If we let Christ into our lives, we lose nothing, nothing, absolutely nothing of what makes life free, beautiful and great. No! Only in this friendship are the doors of life opened wide… Do not be afraid of Christ! He takes nothing away, and he gives you everything…”

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Episode 999 (9:42)

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FBP 998 - Pray Always
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FBP 997 - Jesus and the Poor
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Episode 997 (10:09)

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FBP 996 - A Mustard Seed of Faith
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