July 24, 2017
A Franciscan in Syria
Father Ibrahim Alsabagh, OFM
July 24, 2017
He’s pastor of St. Francis Parish in war-besieged Aleppo. Here is an excerpt from his gripping daily journal.
Bridging the Generation Gap
Christopher M. Bellitto, PhD
July 24, 2017
Pope Francis encourages us to build bonds between young and old.
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The Martha and Mary Balance
Mark P. Shea
July 24, 2017
We are called to serve God and neighbor. Scripture guides us to accomplish both.
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Which Party Reflects Catholic Teaching?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
July 24, 2017
Although I was raised Catholic and attend Sunday Mass regularly, in recent years I am finding the Church's position, or perhaps its silence, on many political issues disturbing. I understand pro-life concerns, but I don't understand why the only pro-life ...
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Purgatory Seems Unnecessary
Pat McCloskey, OFM
July 24, 2017
As Catholics, we believe that faith and works are needed to get to heaven. If Jesus died for our sins, why is purgatory needed? Didn't he already repair what was needed? Catholics don't regard faith and works as though they ...
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Where Are Bold Catholic Leaders?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
July 24, 2017
Pope Francis is the best thing that has happened to the Catholic Church since St. John XXIII. I know there are lots of dedicated priests, religious, and laypeople working on the front lines with refugees, the poor, the elderly, single ...
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Reel Time
Rose Pacatte, FSP
July 24, 2017
Wonder Woman Diana (Gal Gadot), a princess and demigod of the Amazon race of women, was created by Zeus from clay to protect humanity. The women live on an island hidden from the rest of time and creation. Diana's mother, ...
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