7 Things the Bible Never Said About the Nativity
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Sorting through biblical facts and pious legends can help us rediscover what is truly important about the Nativity.
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Timeless Christmas Wisdom from Venerable Fulton Sheen
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If you’re looking for something to ponder while at Christmas Eve or Christmas Day Mass, you can remember these wise words from Venerable Sheen.
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You Won’t Believe These Nativity Sets—Part VI
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‘Tis now time for edition number six!
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Preparation (for the King) is King this Advent
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Blustery winds, icy streets, and bustle of the holiday happenings form the recipe for the perfect storm. The best way to combat the stress I discovered is through preparation for the storm. Recently my family’s home-life has been strained: my wife’s workload keeps getting increased, my overnight work schedule, stomach flu, and the fact our
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Music to Impact the Final Week of Advent
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Somehow, it just doesn’t seem like we should already be on the final week countdown to Christmas. Yet here we are, seven days away, and I’m doing my best to really get into this final week of advent along with my family. I’ve found that music has been drawing me in. A constant favorite year
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The Hidden Connection Between Miracle on 34th and Mr. Blue
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We can only imagine that, to borrow from Chesterton, Connolly and Davies and all their characters are enjoying their “great flagons in the tavern at the end of the world.”
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9 Inspiring Advent Quotes from St. Alphonsus Liguori
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Alphonsus Liguori wrote the following inspiring quotes in Visits to the Blessed Sacrament.
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These Adorable Catholic Kids Books Make for Great Christmas and Epiphany Gifts
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Check out this selection of three books kids of all ages will love!
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How Justin Martyr Rescued the Old Testament for Christians
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To get the full picture of what all went into the Bible, we must study the complete picture of what was happening at that time in history.
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How Having True Confidence Helps Us Grow Closer to God
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Confidence, vice arrogance, plays a huge role in our closeness to God.
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8 Easy Truths About God’s Love You Were Totally Oblivious To
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God’s love might seem like a no-brainer, something so evident to us that it needs no further explanation. Or . . . there’s more.
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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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7 Quotes from Saint Ambrose, Patron of the Veneration of Mary
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He is known as the patron of bees, beekeepers, and candlemakers, but also known as the Patron of the Veneration of Mary.
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How to Make the Most Out of Advent and Christmas While Single
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However you chose to spend the holiday season, please remember that being single doesn’t have to mean a depressing holiday season.
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Here’s Your Guide on How to Totally Fail at Advent
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Here’s your guide on how to totally fail at Advent.
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The Catholic Mass is More Than Meets the Eye
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Like a groom at a wedding, our Lord calls to us and wants to have an intimate relationship with his bride.
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7 Songs for Your Advent Playlist
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Maybe this happens every year, but this year I’ve come across numerous social media posts arguing about whether it is too early to decorate for Christmas, whether we as Catholics should listen to Christmas music during Advent, and all the nuances that go along with attempting to authenticaly celebrate Christmas in a society that has
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What All Catholics Should Learn from That New Mr. Rogers Movie
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“I firmly believe this is one of the most important movies that has been made in my lifetime.”
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Why You Should Attend the Lively Posadas This Advent
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I highly recommend checking out Las Posadas, a traditional Mexican celebration performed during Advent, for yourself.
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