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Is it wrong to divorce a husband who commits adultery? My husband and I were married in the Catholic Church almost 30 years ago. Several years ago he committed adultery, and the pain still remains with me. I have tried ...

How did St. Francis of Assisi and Sultan Malik al-Kamil become friends?

When and how did the College of Cardinals come into existence? How long has this group been responsible for electing the pope?

I know that some Carmelites are referred to as “discalced,” meaning that they don’t wear shoes. Is this some form of mortification?

A Protestant relative says that we must always give 10 percent even if that means not paying certain bills. I do not agree.

What are the requirements for being a godparent? Do both godparents have to be Catholic? Must there be a man and a woman? Can godparents be changed later if the first ones turn out not to be very good role ...