"If you have faith... you can move mountains." In today’s reflection for Friday of the 8th Week in Ordinary Time, Father Brendan Curran explores what it truly means to have the kind of faith that defies the odds.
As we enter graduation season, Father Brendan shares the incredible story of Crystal Ortega, a valedictorian from Dominican University. Facing a Stage 4 cancer diagnosis, Crystal didn’t just fight for her own life—she moved mountains for others. From crossing the country to raise resources for fellow cancer patients to persevering through her own health battle, Crystal’s journey is a living testament to the power of belief.
What "mountain" are you facing today? Let this story be your sign of hope that with faith, nothing is impossible.
📖 **Today's Highlights:**
- Exploring the Gospel promise: Faith that moves mountains.
- The inspiring journey of Crystal Ortega.
- Overcoming Stage 4 cancer to serve others.
- Graduation season: A time for new beginnings and bold faith.
- Finding the strength to keep fighting when the road is long.
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### 🕒 Video Timeline
0:00 - Introduction: How to Move a Mountain
0:12 - Meet Father Brendan Curran, OP
0:25 - The Gospel Challenge: Faith and the Impossible
0:32 - Graduation Season & Crystal Ortega’s Story
0:46 - Fighting Cancer with Faith and Perseverance
1:04 - 7,500 Miles for Hope: Crossing the Country
1:32 - A Reminder for All: Mountains Can Be Moved
1:40 - Closing Blessing
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