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COMMENTARY: Far from arbitrary punishments, the plagues of Egypt are presented in Exodus as divine signs meant to call Pharaoh to repentance and reveal the danger of hardening one’s heart against God.…
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A mystic formed by suffering and Eucharistic adoration, Blessed Aniela Salawa embodied the Gospel truth that God chooses what the world casts aside.…
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The history of how the cemetery came to represent many forms — religious, civic, military, private — but lost its Catholic heart.…
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SAINTS & ART: From the heart of Poland to the distant lands of Ruthenia, the Dominican known as the ‘Apostle of the North’ spread the Gospel with zeal and devotion.…
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SAINTS & ART: Two masterpieces, centuries apart, reflect a theological insight centuries old: Mary was given not only to John, but to the entire Church.…
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OLD TESTAMENT & ART: The story of Jacob’s wrestling match reminds every believer: spiritual victory often comes through honest struggle.…
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The 20th-century Polish nun bore the stigmata and received visions calling her to suffer for the sanctification of priests. Her cause for beatification is now open.…
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Pope Francis recognized this Armenian saint for his deep theological insights — yet many Catholics still don’t know his name.…
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Leaving behind the comforts of Spain, Blessed Ascensión sailed to Peru, where she educated the poor and founded a missionary order.…
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OLD TESTAMENT & ART: The story of Noah isn’t just about rain and animals — it’s a theological masterclass in Divine Mercy.…
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SAINTS & ART: Marguerite Bourgeoys brought education and faith to the wilderness of New France, becoming Canada’s first female saint.…
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SAINTS & ART: From the Edict of Milan to the Council of Nicaea, St. Sylvester’s papacy marked a turning point for Christianity.…
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SAINTS & ART: Jesuit missionary St. Peter Canisius leveraged the printing press to counter Protestant errors and spread Catholic teaching.…
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SAINTS & ART: From his mystical poetry to his unique sketch of Christ Crucified, St. John of the Cross reveals the beauty of suffering in union with God.…
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