Hungry for Conversation? Here are Some Catholic Questions to Get You Going
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Here are a Catholic conversation starters few to get you off and running!
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10 Things to Do If You’re a Catholic Who’s Tired of Looking at a Screen
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If you’re longing for human interaction, this is a great chance to say “hello” to neighbors—all while maintaining social distance, of course.
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28 Quotes to Remind You That the Rosary Is the Weapon We Need Right Now
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What makes the Rosary such a powerful weapon in the face of current world events?
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8 Easy Ways to Celebrate the Easter Season During Lock Down
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Pentecost is the birthday of the Catholic Church. So make sure some of the candles you light are the birthday candles on a Pentecost cake!
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How to Celebrate Holy Week in Your Domestic Church
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If you’re looking for practical and easy ways to enter into Holy Week and the joy of Easter from the domestic church of your own home, here are a few ideas!
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Pope Francis Opens Palazzo Migliori to the Homeless of Rome
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VATICAN CITY – Constructed in the 1800s, Palazzo Migliori used to be called the “Palace of the Best.” This year, thanks to the generosity and initiative of Pope Francis, the property can now be referred to as the “Palace of the Poor.” Four stories tall and located by the colonnades of St. Peter’s Square, the
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Utah Catholics Oppose Bill That Would Break the Seal of Confession
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SALT LAKE CITY – The Diocese of Salt Lake City is fighting a proposed bill that would require clergy to report disclosures of child abuse and neglect, even if that means revealing the contents of someone’s confession. House Bill 90 modifies provisions relating to reporting requirements for child abuse and neglect. It deletes provisions that
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Official Video Shows Man Desecrating Altar in Brooklyn
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BROOKLYN – Last Sunday, a man entered St. Anthony of Padua in Brooklyn. During the prayers of consecration, he walked up to the altar and poured juice onto the altar. Then, he splashed the juice at Father Jossy Vattothu, staining his vestments. In an official press release, the Diocese of Brooklyn called the act a
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Jason Evert’s Events in Ireland Canceled Due to His Comments on Homosexuality
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DUBLIN – Jason Evert was scheduled to give talks at Blackrock College, Sandyford’s Rosemont secondary school, and the Incite 2020 student retreat at University College Dublin this week. All those talks have been canceled due to concern for his views on homosexuality and contraception. The UCD LGBTQ+ Society begin to call for the talks to
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Pope Francis Celebrates Babies Crying at Mass
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VATICAN CITY – The Sistine Chapel is normally crowded with pilgrims and tourists gazing up at Michelangelo’s art. But this weekend, Pope Francis celebrated the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord in a special way under the frescoes. Employees of the Vatican and their children gathered with the pope on Sunday. To celebrate the
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26 Parishes Consolidated in Pittsburgh Diocese
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PENNSYLVANIA – In 2020, the Diocese of Pittsburg will merge twenty-six Catholic parishes in Allegheny and Washington counties into eight new parishes. “Jesus never promised that it would be easy to carry his message of love and mercy to others. He was clear that sacrifice would be necessary. However, you are positioning your new parish
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78 Years Ago Today, Thomas Merton Arrived at the Abbey of Gethsemani
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December 10 marks seventy-eight years since Thomas Merton arrived at the Abbey of Gethsemani, a monastery in Kentucky that is part of the Order of Cistercians of the Strict Observance, better known as the Trappists. Merton spent three days in the guest house, waiting to see if the order would accept him. In between interviews
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The Divine Plan is in Theaters Nationwide Tonight Only
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In 2017, Dr. Paul Kengor published an acclaimed bestseller, “A Pope and a President.” The book told the story of the deep and pivotal bond between Pope John Paul II and President Ronald Reagan. Both men survived assassination attempts just six weeks apart in 1981. They also both believed they were spared in order to
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Divine Mercy Film Hits Theaters Nationwide Today Only
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When Michal Kondrat read through Saint Faustina Kowalska’s diary two years ago, he was inspired to create a film sharing the story of Divine Mercy with the world. Today, more than 700 movie theaters across the United States will host a showing of “Love and Mercy: Faustina.” “Divine Mercy is changing millions of lives, but
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The Archdiocese of Baltimore Honors the Life of Mother Mary Lange with the First New Catholic School in 60 Years
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BALTIMORE – In the spirit of Mother Mary Lange, the Archdiocese of Baltimore broke ground on the first new Catholic school built in the city in over six decades. “We’re saying we believe in our community, we believe in Baltimore, we believe in Baltimore’s residents, we believe in Baltimore’s young people,” Archbishop Lori told WJZ
“Holy Davidson” Raises $46,800 for Ugandan Missions
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STAFFORD – Created for the Jesus Bikers group in Austria, a Harley-Davidson motorcycle signed by Pope Francis recently raised $46,800 for Ugandan missions. The 1570cc Twin Cam custom Harley was built by Würzburg Village, a Harley-Davidson dealer in Bavaria. The dealer worked with the Jesus Bikers to design the custom bike. The bike is nicknamed
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New York to Fund Mother Cabrini Statue
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NEW YORK – Governor Andrew Cuomo announced this week that New York State will join Italian-American groups and the Diocese of Brooklyn in the creation of a statue honoring the life of Mother Frances Cabrini. “I’m a Roman Catholic, I was an altar boy. I represent them, I stand with them,” Governor Cuomo said at
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15 Saint Vincent de Paul Quotes to Inspire Your Interior Life
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Saint Vincent de Paul is known for his sacrificial service to the poorest of the poor. Born into an impoverished French peasant family himself, Vincent was passionate about providing both relief and hope for the suffering. In addition to his work with the poor, he also founded religious orders, established hospitals, ministered to convicts, and
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Bishop Barron Returns to Reddit for Another Round of ‘Ask Me Anything’
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Bishop Robert Barron is returning to Reddit for another round of Ask Me Anything (AMA) on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 11:00am ET. Last September, he made history as the first Catholic bishop to host a Reddit AMA in the history of the site. Reddit users asked Bishop Barron about everything from atheism to deep
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Prince Charles Will Attend Newman’s Canonization Next Month
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VATICAN CITY – The Catholic Church is canonizing Blessed Cardinal John Henry Newman next month, and a British royal will be in the audience. Read more: Exploring the Comprehensive Catholicity of Cardinal Newman Prince Charles will travel to Rome to witness the canonization on October 13, 2019. He will also attend the reception at the
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