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The Story of St. Teresa of Calcutta

St. Teresa of Calcutta is well known and well loved for her burning passion for the poorest of the poor.…

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The Story of St. John Marie Vianney Patron Saint of Priests

St. John Marie Vianney was a priest who Pope Pius X proposed as a model of parochial clergy for his…

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The Story of St. Ignatius of Loyola – Founder of the Jesuits

Every July 31, we commemorate the feast day of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the patron saint of the Society of…

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What Does the Catholic Church Say About Gun Control?

Abortion. Euthanasia. Sacramental marriage. Artificial birth control. There is no question where Holy Mother Church stands on these issues. She…

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Why is Prayer So Powerful?

Prayer strengthens us in our daily battles against the Devil and temptation. Our lives are one enormous spiritual war, and…

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Behind the Scenes of History at the Vatican – Hereford Cathedral Choir Perform at Papal Mass

For the first time since the English Reformation an Anglican choir have performed at such an important Papal Mass at…

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What is the Bread of Life?

What food did Almighty God provide for them every morning? Bread. What did Christ multiply for the hungry crowds who…

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Saint Josemaria Escriva and Opus Dei

Josemaria was a bright, hard-working little boy with a sunny disposition. His home life was bustling and joyful, with five…

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Early Teachings on Infant Baptism

The practice of infant baptism in the Catholic Faith has garnered some criticism especially from fundamentalists who believe that baptism…

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What is the meaning of the Sacred Heart and the Immaculate Heart?

Catholicism is rich with stunning, faith-inspiring iconography as reminders of the Truths of our Faith. There are several ways to…

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History of the Catholic Charismatic Movement

The Catholic Church encourages us to build a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and live out the gifts of the…

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Why is Mary Important to Catholics?

The Catholic understanding of the importance of Mary is so deep, rich, beautiful, and Biblically-based. Catholics are blessed to have…

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What is Pentecost Sunday?

If you've finished off all the Easter candy (even the ones you hid from your children!), it's time for another…

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What Can Saint Isidore the Farmer Teach Us?

The patron saint of farmers was a lousy farmer? How is that possible? The life of St. Isidore the Farmer…

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The Story of Saint Isidore

Saint Isidore is the patron saint of farmers and rural communities. Born in Madrid, Spain, in the year 1110, he…

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How to Keep the Faith Alive in Young Catholics After Confirmation

Much like Easter, Confirmation suffers a mental ‘exit point’ for many young Catholics. As Easter is looked upon as the…

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Saint Pius V Saved Europe with the Rosary!

Pope Saint Pius V, born Antonio Ghislieri, was ruler of the Papal States and head of the Catholic Church from…

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Who is Saint Catherine of Siena?

Saint Catherine of Siena was a theologian who possessed a strong connection to the Catholic Church, a tertiary of the…

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Who is Saint Mark the Evangelist? Why is he Portrayed as a Winged Lion?

Saint Mark the Evangelist wrote the second gospel, the Gospel according to Mark. He is one of the four evangelists…

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5 Excuse-Proof Ways to Getting to Sunday Mass

Maintaining a weekly Mass attendance is probably more important than ever. Still, the temptation to make excuses will be strong.…