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Our Lady of the Pillar: St James receives 1st Marian apparition
Our Lady of the Pillar: St James receives 1st Marian apparition
By The Catholic Nurse
After the 1st Pentecost, St James tried to convert pagans in Spain. When evangelization bore no fruit, the apostle became despondent. At evening prayer in Saragossa, a great light engulfed James. In the light, he saw the Blessed Virgin Mary, surrounded by thousands of angels. Mother Mary was living with St John the Evangelist at the time and was very much alive, was it bilocation?
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Why do the heathen rage? (Acts 4)
Why do the heathen rage? (Acts 4)
By Michael Haverkamp Jr.
Why are so many people today so opposed to Jesus Christ?
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When a Town Called Heaven Descended Into Hell
When a Town Called Heaven Descended Into Hell
By Patricia Hershwitzky, Ed.S
Satan is an illusionist, not an idealist, when it comes to captivating souls, and he needs only one vulnerable person to start an exponential, domino effect of deadly sin, especially pertaining to materialism. Thankfully, the One, Our Lord Jesus Christ, can lead us to authentic freedom from evil’s metastasizing devastation and sustain us through the worst temptations.
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What Did the Council of Trent Really Teach About Grace and Works?
What Did the Council of Trent Really Teach About Grace and Works?
By Aaron Schuck
Is grace irresistible? Are good works just spiritual currency? This article clears the fog around the Council of Trent’s teaching on justification—revealing a profound Catholic vision where grace is a gift, works are its fruit, and human freedom is not erased, but perfected.
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12 Catholic-Influencers who shaped Modern Science
12 Catholic-Influencers who shaped Modern Science
By The Catholic Nurse
Once, a homilist sermonized the word "holy." The definition of holy, he said, was "different." As Catholics, how does God call us to be "different?" Here are 12 Catholic-influencers who followed God's plan for their lives.
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The abortion underground: Beware NGO "the Brigid Alliance"
The abortion underground: Beware NGO "the Brigid Alliance"
By The Catholic Nurse
Allegedly, St Brigid of Kildare used "witchcraft or performed an abortion" as stated in a popular online encyclopedia. NGO, the BRIGID ALLIANCE, is a quiet "abortion underground," who highjacks and besmirches St Brigid's name.
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Catholicism Owes a Lot to the Celtic Church
Catholicism Owes a Lot to the Celtic Church
By John Brander Fitzpatrick
The Celtic Church may be geographically far from Rome but it has punched above its weight in spreading the Word over the centuries
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Saints Around the World
Saints Around the World
By Bryan J Dickerson
There are seven continents in this world. Holy men and women have been canonized by the Catholic Church on every continent but Antarctica.
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The Holy Cross and the Resurrection
The Holy Cross and the Resurrection
By Rev. David A. Fisher
The Cross and Resurrection in Eastern Christian Theology, especially in reference to Eastern Patristic Theology
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WHY THE CATHOLIC CHURCH DOESN'T SEND MISSIONARIES OUT TWO-BY-TWO DOOR-TO-DOOR -- PART 2
WHY THE CATHOLIC CHURCH DOESN'T SEND MISSIONARIES OUT TWO-BY-TWO DOOR-TO-DOOR -- PART 2
By Charles Gruich
A brief exposition on the self-explanatory title.
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The curious connections of St Bonaventure
The curious connections of St Bonaventure
By The Catholic Nurse
All legend and conjecture aside, Friar Bonaventure's elegant writings represent a superfecta of wisdom from the minds of Sts Francis, Dominic and Aquinas. Just as God planned, this humble friar was formed to brilliantly package supernatural theology.
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Priest in the Trenches: Father William Doyle, S.J.
Priest in the Trenches: Father William Doyle, S.J.
By Bryan J Dickerson
Amidst the horrors of World War One trench warfare, a courageous Jesuit priest Father Willie Doyle brought the light of Christ to the battlefield in selfless service to God, country and his fellow soldiers.
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Priestly Celibacy: Apostolic Roots, Catholic Tradition, Eastern Exceptions, and the Nature of Discipline
Priestly Celibacy: Apostolic Roots, Catholic Tradition, Eastern Exceptions, and the Nature of Discipline
By Deacon Wally Calabrese
This article explores the history, theology, and disciplinary nature of priestly celibacy in the Catholic Church, tracing its roots from the married apostles like Peter through the Western Church’s later mandates, while clarifying that married priesthood is a legitimate tradition and not heretical.
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Who Dares Wins
Who Dares Wins
By Stephen Clark
We can certainly draw parallels here too with how humanity handles itself in dealing with the spiritual world around us.
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A Brief, Meditative Church History
A Brief, Meditative Church History
By Ginger Herrington
This article presents a brief history of the Catholic Church, using a contemplative lens which encourages the reader to reflect upon each of the historical events recorded in this article.
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Loving your neighbour is so important
Loving your neighbour is so important
By Fr. Francis Maple
Are you a good neighbour?
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7/13 feast of St Henry II: Holy Roman Emperor & patron of government leaders
7/13 feast of St Henry II: Holy Roman Emperor & patron of government leaders
By The Catholic Nurse
King Henry II is the only Holy Roman Emperor recognized as a saint. While many emperors had active faith, only Henry is honored with a feast day and novenas. His circle of saintly friends led him to put God first, and country second, despite ongoing politics, wars, wealth and power. He is the patron of government leaders.
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