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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis’ trip to Asia and Oceania in September will be a trip of religious, economic and social contrasts. Visiting four nations Sept. 2-13, the 87-year-old pope will be making the longest trip of his pontificate, both in terms of distance covered and days away from the Vatican. Pope Francis plans…
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Readings for the Memorial of Saint Augustine, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Reading 1 2 THES 3:6-10, 16-18 We instruct you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to shun any brother who walks in a disorderly way and not according to the tradition they received from us. For you…
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A common misunderstanding is that almsgiving and tithing are not distinct, that they are the same thing, or that one can substitute for the other. In reality, they are two different acts of justice which are both required by the Gospel. Almsgiving is an act of justice which falls under the principle of the Universal…
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The story of St. Augustine, one of the most influential saints and theologians in the history of Catholicism, has profoundly touched my life in ways I never imagined. His dramatic conversion, shaped by his inner struggles and ultimate surrender to God, resonates deeply with my own personal experience, offering me a source of strength and…
Discover the significance of Mary, the Ark of the Covenant, in the Christian faith. Explore how she bears God’s presence and her role in salvation history. Have you ever wondered about the significance of Mary, the mother of Jesus, in the Christian faith? Mary is often referred to as different titles, including Our Lady of…
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We were not made to get through life by ourselves. We need something outside of ourselves that steers us away from the rocks of despair on the one hand, and the vanity of egoism on the other. We are complex beings and need an array of safeguards because there is a multitude of ways in…
St. Bartholomew, also known as Nathanael, is one of the twelve apostles chosen by Jesus Christ. He is mentioned in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, and is traditionally identified with Nathanael, who is introduced in the Gospel of John. Bartholomew was from Cana in Galilee. According to the Gospel of John, he was…
St. Louis IX, born on April 25, 1214, was the King of France from 1226 until his death in 1270. His reign is remembered for its emphasis on justice, piety, and reform. As a young king, Louis IX faced significant challenges, including conflicts with the nobility and the need to establish his authority over a…
St. Monica, born in 331 AD in Tagaste (present-day Algeria), was a devout Christian known for her steadfast faith and her role as the mother of St. Augustine of Hippo. Married to a non-Christian named Patricius, Monica faced numerous challenges in her domestic life, including marital difficulties and the moral shortcomings of her husband. Despite…
How can this man give us his flesh to eat? The Jews in the sixth chapter of John’s Gospel could not wrap their minds around the teaching of Jesus on the Eucharist. They heard His words loud and clear, “I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live…
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