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Pioneering Support for Pregnant Women 

In southwest Ohio, an organization called Healthy Moms & Babes is quietly revolutionizing maternal and infant care. 

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The Road to Emmaus

The Road to Emmaus: Accompanying Those with Mental Illness 

What does it mean to accompany one another? The road to Emmaus can be our guide, writes Father Fred Cabras, a Franciscan mental health professional. 
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Trauma and Truth: Native American Boarding Schools

Both the US government and the Catholic Church had a hand in the establishment and operation of Native American boarding schools, where, for nearly a century, thousands of children were sent without their parents’ consent.
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The Structures of Sin 

Sin begins in the heart but often finds expression in what we do, permeating society, government, and even the Church. The social teachings of the Church show us how to push back against systemic sin. 
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Hope in the Fight against Human Trafficking 

Millions of people worldwide experience human trafficking. Members of the Alliance to End Human Trafficking, an organization founded by Catholic sisters, discuss their ongoing work and advocacy for survivors. 
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Franciscan Peacemakers: On the Front Lines of Human Trafficking

The Franciscan Peacemakers have been helping women struggling with prostitution and poverty for over 25 years. Now some of the women they’ve helped are giving back.
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10 Things to Know about Islam

The Muslim religion is mistrusted by some and misunderstood by many. Here are 10 of Islam's most fundamental beliefs.
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