100 words (give or take) on… Bishops
A bishop is a priest who receives “the fullness of the sacrament of Holy Orders” (CCC, 1557) and is the visible head of a particular…
read more100 words (give or take) on… Confirmation
While Baptism is the first sacrament of initiation, confirmation imparts what the name implies: it “confirms” baptismal promises and calls believers into living a bolder…
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The Season of Engagement: Building a Foundation of Faith for Your Marriage
On March 28, 2016, as we walked along a secluded hiking trail (like we did on our very first date), my best friend, Jesse, got…
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Why I Keep Volunteering with a Ministry That’s Going Through a Rough Patch
When my husband and I converted from Evangelical Protestantism to Catholicism nine years ago, I knew it was God’s voice calling us, and I wanted…
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How Do I Invite Coworkers to Think About Everyday Social Justice Issues?
There are a bunch of possibilities here. Most importantly, lead by example and speak up about the issues that are important to you when you can.
read more100 words (give or take) on… Resurrection
Catholics believe that Jesus rose from the dead after being crucified, that this is a real event in history and has been verified by sacred…
read more100 words (give or take) on… Virgin Birth
Catholics believe that Mary, the mother of Jesus, became pregnant not through a sexual encounter with a man, but by the power of the Holy…
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