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Discover the life and legacy of St. Peter, the first pope of the Catholic Church, in this ultimate guide. Learn about his role, leadership, and enduring influence. Have you ever wondered about the life and legacy of St. Peter, the very first pope of the Catholic Church? Whether you are a devout Catholic or simply…
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Reading 1 Eph 4:1-7, 11-13 Brothers and sisters:I, a prisoner for the Lord,urge you to live in a manner worthy of the call you have received,with all humility and gentleness, with patience,bearing with one another through love,striving to preserve the unity of the Spiritthrough the bond of peace:one Body and one Spirit,as you were also…
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St. Matthew, also known as Levi, was a tax collector in Capernaum before his call to follow Jesus. Tax collectors were often despised for their association with Roman authorities and their reputation for dishonesty. However, Jesus saw potential in Matthew and invited him to leave his tax booth and become one of His disciples. Matthew…
Many people use crosses and other religious symbols to demonstrate their beliefs. The use of the cross as a religious symbol predates Christianity by many years. Early religious crosses were found in Scandinavia, where they were symbols of the god Thor. In Babylon, a cross adorned with a crescent moon symbolized a moon god, while…
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Maybe it is a sign of aging, Pope Francis said, but he is increasingly concerned about what kind of world he and his peers will leave for younger generations — and the prognosis is not good. “This isn’t pessimism,” the pope told about two dozen representatives of popular movements and grassroots…
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(LifeSiteNews) — A majority of the 150 Georgia parliament members in a country that borders Russia to the south have thumbed their nose at the pro-homosexual West by taking a bold stand for traditional family values. On Tuesday, the roughly … Continue reading → The post Republic of Georgia parliament ignores EU threats, passes sweeping…
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Little is known about St. Matthew, except that he was the son of Alpheus, and he was likely born in Galilee. He worked as a tax collector, which was a hated profession during the time of Christ. According to the Gospel, Matthew was working at a collection booth in Capernaum when Christ came to him…
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (LifeSiteNews) — Senate Republicans blocked a vote Tuesday on a Democratic bill to force every state to allow and insurance companies to cover embryo-destructive in vitro fertilization (IVF), citing the bill’s infringement of conscience rights and establishment of … Continue reading → The post Democrat bill to create nationwide ‘right’ to IVF dies…
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Discover the life and impact of St. Paul, the Apostle to the Gentiles. Explore his journeys, teachings, and influence on Christianity. Have you ever wondered about the life and impact of St. Paul, the Apostle to the Gentiles and Patron of Missionaries? Join us on a journey to learn more about this influential figure in…
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — With some prudence, Catholics can benefit spiritually from the messages and spiritual practices associated with the alleged apparitions of Mary in Medjugorje, Bosnia-Herzegovina, said the Vatican Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith. “This does not imply a declaration of the supernatural character of the phenomenon,” nor does it mean that…
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