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Francis was a young nobleman at the court of the King of Spain. He became a Duke when he was only thirty-three and lived a happy, peaceful life with his wife Eleanor and their eight children. But unlike so many other powerful nobles, Francis was a perfect Christian gentleman, a true man of God and…
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The True, the Good, and the Beautiful. I often tell my religion class that these three transcendentals are a trinity of avenues into the one, true Church. Some converts make their way into the Church having been drawn thither by … Continue reading → The post Catholics and the Arts appeared first on Catholicism.org.
Discover the fascinating life and legacy of St. Patrick of Ireland, the Apostle of Ireland and Patron of Engineers. Explore his contributions and inspirations in this informative post. St. Patrick of Ireland: The Apostle of Ireland and Patron of Engineers Have you ever wondered about the legacy of St. Patrick of Ireland? Let’s explore the…
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Unique? They are. They are silent, unobtrusive; one scarcely realizes the life that’s in them. But it’s there. To a court in Alabama, not only are they alive, they are “extrauterine children.” And the controversy surrounding them isn’t going away anytime soon. The concerns they conjure in the American psyche deal with “inflammatory” issues in…
In today’s fast-paced world, cultivating genuine friendships can be a challenge. Yet, from a Catholic perspective, friendship is more than just social interaction; it is a vital avenue for practicing love and charity. The concept of “mission-ready friendship”—discussed by Jason Simon in his new book—invites us to transform our relationships by being intentional, empathetic, and…
Reading 1 Gal 2:1-2, 7-14 Brothers and sisters:After fourteen years I again went up to Jerusalem with Barnabas,taking Titus along also.I went up in accord with a revelation,and I presented to them the Gospel that I preach to the Gentiles–but privately to those of repute–so that I might not be running, or have run, in…
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Saint John Leonardi was born on December 12, 1541, in the Italian town of Lucca. From a young age, he showed a keen interest in the priesthood, dedicating himself to studies in philosophy and theology. After his ordination in 1572, John began his ministry by emphasizing the importance of educating both clergy and laity. He…
VATICAN CITY (LifeSiteNews) — A number of cardinals and other members of the Synod attended a pro-LGBT event hosted by Fr James Martin S.J. and his Outreach group in Rome today, during which a same-sex “married” man called for “love to … Continue reading → The post Cardinals attend Fr. James Martin’s LGBT Synod event promoting…
Once a month I take my children to a food pantry to do volunteer work. On this particular Sunday we were stocking shelves with a group of Episcopalian Youth. I knew this because each of them was wearing an Episcopal shield lapel pin. Seeing these kids really lifted my spirits. Usually it’s adults who work…