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July 22nd is the feast day of St. Mary Magdalene, an important woman in the gospel story whose name has been misrepresented for centuries. Recently, Catholic authors and scholars have been cleaning up the mess and showing respect to this second-most-mentioned woman of the Bible. Let’s unpack the misconceptions and uncover who she really is
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The source and summit of our faith as Catholics is no doubt the Eucharist. Yet, there is doubt for many. For one third of Catholics, this is just a symbolic gesture. It’s amazing that the most crucial thing that separates Catholics from other Christians (there are many but this is the most crucial) is transubstantiation.
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The Augustine Institute is releasing a new catechetical series this summer recorded primarily in the U.S. What is Symbolon? How is it accessed and used in parishes? What can you hope to get out of this new series? Let’s dive into those questions and learn what this new program can do for you and your
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It’s Confirmation season, or so it seems. Religious education directors everywhere are scrambling to finalize details on sacramental preparation. In the backs of their minds, they’re hoping for some reprieve before the next cycle of planning and organizing begins. (We know that hardly exists, especially with First Communions and early registration happening.) While we let
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So many things get in the way of being on time for Mass. It’s Lent and you promised yourself you’d be on time every time, but the time change, the kids, the late-night movie, the restless sleep… The mornings seem impossible and you barely get there for the procession much less any announcements. Maybe you’re
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Feast on 5 lbs of crawfish, or actually make a sacrifice?
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The Good Old Days Eight years ago, our two-church parish in Massachusetts had over 1,400 children enrolled in the Religious Education program (commonly called Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, CCD for short). The two biggest classes were sacramental years: second grade for First Holy Communion and tenth grade for Confirmation. Our Children’s Liturgy program had 20-30
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Many imagine joining the priesthood involves detaching oneself from society and entering a life of solitude and prayer. Monastic life might be similar, but not life at Saint John’s Seminary in Brighton, Massachusetts. According to its website, the Bostonian seminary currently houses 95 seminarians. Founded in 1884, the seminary has no trouble keeping up with
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Struggling with funding a specific prayer intention. Let us help.
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No, her being “dead” is not a reason to overlook her intercessory function.
God’s Not Dead—Neither is Mary Read More »
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You definitely want to see these memes.
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A wonderful short story to share with your children.
The Story of the Tortoise, the Hare, & the Bear Read More »
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You might fall into one of these hilarious categories.
Are You One of These 10 Types Communicants? Read More »
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Is it really helpful to say “you deserve to be happy”?
Stop Telling Kids They Deserve Happiness & Do This Instead Read More »
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Don’t love God with your feelings. Love him regardless of how you feel, moment to moment.
Feelings Really Don’t Matter Much, and Here’s Why Read More »
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In suffering, we have two choices: despair, or grace.
Suffering with Grace: A Reflection on the Stations of the Cross Read More »
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Here are some very simple, yet profound actions to take this Lent.
25 Totally Doable Sacrifices for Lent Read More »
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Charity doesn’t have to come from an abundance. Charity comes from the heart.
The Power of Agape Love Read More »
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Keep the celebration going! Christmas is not over yet!
Don’t Put Away Christmas Yet! Read More »
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God wants us to grow, and our free will demands that we participate in his plan.
Prayer and Work: Are You Doing Your Part? Read More »
