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Giving a Saint’s Name at Baptism 

January 21, 2022

Is this required? Some Christians have first names that are not those of a saint or a variant on a saint’s name. 

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Preparing for the 2023 World Synod of Bishops

January 21, 2022
Can you recommend a book describing what Vatican II was all about? Something in plain English without interpretation by the author? 
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‘Scripture Alone’ 

November 22, 2021
I know that this term is strongly supported by some Christians and vigorously challenged by others. When did it originate and what does it mean? 
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What Is Systemic Racism? 

October 22, 2021
I’ve been hearing the term "systemic racism" used more and more lately, and I’m not sure if I agree with what I am hearing. Can you define what systemic racism is?
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How Should We Combat Hate? 

September 23, 2021
How do we overcome the small, everyday negativities that can build up and weigh us down?
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Justification by Faith Alone 

September 23, 2021
What is the Catholic Church’s position on justification by faith alone? 
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God’s Kingdom: What Is It?

September 23, 2021
Does kingdom of God refer to a place, a church, a new culture based on the beatitudes, or any situation in which the presence of Jesus is experienced?
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