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Discover the life of St. Clare of Assisi, the founder of the Poor Clares and the patroness of television. Explore her legacy and the connection to modern society. Did you know that St. Clare of Assisi is not only known as the founder of the Order of Poor Ladies, also known as the Poor Clares,…
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Readings for the Memorial of Saint John Chrysostom, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Reading 1 1 COR 9:16-19, 22B-27 Brothers and sisters: If I preach the Gospel, this is no reason for me to boast, for an obligation has been imposed on me, and woe to me if I do not preach it! If…
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Death is universal, but accepting the loss of a loved one is the most difficult thing in the world. Although comforting words from friends and family can soothe a grieving heart, many find that their belief in God and His sayings can bring ultimate peace and help heal the pain. Christian sympathy gifts like a…
St. John, named Chrysostom (golden-mouthed) on account of his eloquence, came into the world of Christian parents, about the year 344, in the city of Antioch. His mother, at the age of 20, was a model of virtue. He studied rhetoric under Libanius, a pagan, the most famous orator of the age. In 374, he…
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Continuing with considerations on the reasons for the Incarnation, we will now look at the position of Blessed John Duns Scotus (1265/66-1308). Once again, let us remind ourselves that the crux of the disagreement between the Thomists and the Scotists … Continue reading → The post Blessed John Duns Scotus on the Reasons for the…
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SINGAPORE (CNS) — Pope Francis praised Singapore and its citizens for their hard work and ingenuity, but he urged them to be mindful of the poor and of the migrant workers who do much of the hard labor. “I hope that special attention will be paid to the poor and the elderly — whose labors…
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Discover the miraculous life of St. Rita of Cascia, the Saint of the Impossible. Learn about her powerful intercession and inspiring legacy. Have you ever heard of St. Rita of Cascia, the Saint of the Impossible and the Patroness of Abused Wives? If not, let me introduce you to this remarkable figure in Catholicism who…
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SINGAPORE (CNS) — Arriving in Singapore from Timor-Leste, Pope Francis made the biggest transition of his 12-day trip to Asia and the Pacific, moving from one of the world’s poorest countries to one of its wealthiest and from one of the most youthful to one of the oldest. The pope landed in Singapore Sept. 11,…
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Reading 1 1 COR 8:1B-7, 11-13 Brothers and sisters: Knowledge inflates with pride, but love builds up. If anyone supposes he knows something, he does not yet know as he ought to know. But if one loves God, one is known by him. So about the eating of meat sacrificed to idols: we know that…
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Editor’s Note: This is part two of three in a series from Rob Marco’s interview with Leila Lawler. In this series installment, we hear Leila Lawler’s advice on managing household finances despite the challenges we face. Have you been hearing from other wives and mothers about the impact inflation has been having on household budgets?…
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