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Lived Victory: Our Lepanto Moment
We are facing a battle far greater than Lepanto. Do we believe?
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The Slumber of the Unaware
We can focus on the weeds, while God cares fiercely for the wheat.
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Discernment of Spirits in Marriage: When You Want to Grow Closer to God
Fr. Gallagher aims to free you from discouragement and assist you in finding peace in your spiritual life and in your marriage.
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St. Augustine: The Son of Such Tears
The tears of one saint, the conversion of another. Dr. David Arias explores Saints Monica and Augustine during the week celebrating their feast days.
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To Be an Apostle with You
Have priests and seminarians ever needed our prayers more?
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The Gift of Religious Liberty and the Challenges of Covid-19
Have we taken our most important freedoms–and most important things–for granted? A powerful piece by Benedict Nguyen for Independence Day.
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A Living Smile
A smile is a small–although not always easy–sacrament of joy. Claire Dwyer shares about this surprising “apostolate” as her series on Elizabeth of the Trinity continues.
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No Gods Before Me: Leaving Merton Behind
Rob Marco gives an inspiring account of how he came to reject the tainted waters of Buddhist practices mixed with Catholic beliefs.
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The Simplicity of Lent
Debra Black reflects on how to make this Lent truly transformative.