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I admit, I’ve never heard of Bartolomé de las Casas and I probably never would have if I didn’t pick up this book. He was a 16th-century Spanish colonist who acted as a historian and social reformer before becoming a Dominican friar. He was appointed as the resident Bishop of Chiapas, and the first officially appointed “Protector of the Indians”. If […]
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ere are fifteen saintly quotes containing words of wisdom to help you in the season.
Unlikely Saintly Wisdom to Help You Survive the Cuffing Season Read More »
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These saints were very fond of cats!
Saints Who Absolutely Loved Their Cats Read More »
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In honor of this month of gratitude, I gathered some encouragement to maintain a grateful heart.
10 Catholic Quotes on the True Meaning of Gratitude Read More »
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“What matters is that you are honoring God as best you know how.”
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The recording is certainly very beautiful, and should definitely count as “praying twice.” It is not, however, Pope John Paul II singing.
Sorry, the Video of John Paul II Singing the Ave Maria Isn’t Real Read More »
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The month of November is dedicated to the poor souls in purgatory but many people stop praying for them after the first 8 days when indulgences can be earned. Does not earning them an indulgence mean you should simply stop praying for them? Of course not! In fact, we should be praying for them beyond
15 Saint Quotes That Will Inspire You to Pray for the Souls in Purgatory Read More »
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Here are five ways you can see Christ’s divinity on display in the story of Jesus walking on water.
Hidden Ways the Bible Declares Christ’s Divinity Read More »
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St. Joseph says it all, though the Bible records few words of his.
The Most Hidden of the Saints Actually Tells Us the Most Read More »
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One of the fruits of the joyful mysteries is discovering the relationship of the spouses to the mystery.
How St. Joseph and the Holy Spirit are Wonderfully Present in the Joyful Mysteries Read More »
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November starts off with All Saints Day, so it’s only appropriate to point out some of the amazing saints whose feasts we celebrate in November. Here are 15 cool saints to get to know this month. 1. St. Martin de Porres St. Martin’s feast day is November 3 and he is the patron saint of
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Many saints have said that Catholics are to be joyful people. So, enjoy your vacation like a saint.
7 Things Every Catholic Needs to Do While on Vacation Read More »
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Bishop Olmsted’s apostolic exhortations demand the ears of Catholics everywhere.
Complete My Joy — One Bishop’s Words of Encouragement to Families Read More »
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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
The Divine Plan is in Theaters Nationwide Tonight Only Read More »
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A new feast day is added to the calendar!
Make Sure You Know These 6 Facts About the Newest Marian Feast Day Read More »
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From the immortal spirits of Ainur, to the race of Woses, Middle Earth is richly peopled. Although each of the principle races, Elves, Hobbits, Men, Dwarves, Ents and Orcs interact heavily in Tolkien’s tales, the various peoples of Middle Earth have a distinctiveness to them. Where one race is earthy and concerned more with the roots of a garden
If Middle Earth Races Were Actually Religious Orders Read More »
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If you open the heavy tome of J. R. R. Tolkien’s collected letters to almost near the end, you’ll find a particularly fascinating epistle. In just a few short pages, Tolkien gives words of encouragement to his son Michael; reminisces about a happy trip to Switzerland; and records a year-long break in the writing of
Tolkien’s Advice for a Church in Crisis Read More »
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This priest has some serious moves!
Priest Busts a Move with High School Dance Team (Watch) Read More »
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On All Saints Day, we commemorate all those in Heaven. Both those whom the Church has canonized and those she hasn’t. Pope Urban is cited as having said that All Saints Day gives us an opportunity to honor those canonized saints who perhaps do not get much recognition throughout the rest of the year. For
9 Saints with Forgotten Feast Days to Honor this All Saints Day Read More »
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Bl. Chiara Badano was a teenager in Italy who died in 1990 from a rare and painful bone cancer. So what makes her so special, special enough to be beatified even? Her profound faith in God, her humble heart, and her willingness to sacrifice everything of herself for love of God. Every pain, every discomfort,
Cool Quotes from Future Saint Blessed Chiara Badano Read More »
