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3 Reasons Philip Neri Should be Your Patron Saint

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According to the great Italian Saint Philip Neri, “There is no surer or clearer proof of the love of God than adversity.” His message certainly stands in stark opposition with what the modern world tells us will bring love. Creating viral videos on YouTube, increasing our followers on social media platforms, and possessing the latest …

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An Unexpected Journey? The Case for the Canonization of J.R.R. Tolkien

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In high school, I checked out Tolkien’s The Hobbit from the municipal library for the first time. I was a chapter or two into the book before I abandoned the work. “This is incredibly long-winded and includes boring descriptions. How could anyone consider this a classic of literature?!” I thought. Five years and a master’s degree …

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