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How become virtuous
How become virtuous
By Tony Jesse
Like with any good workout, and especially if you haven't been in a long time, you need to start with the basics. The basics and the whole point of lent is to become closer to Christ, and, in turn, become closer to your better self. To do this, we need to grasp what it means to be your better self.
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The Five Men You'll Meet at a Catholic Men's Conference: Part 1
The Five Men You'll Meet at a Catholic Men's Conference: Part 1
By Mark C. McCann
What does it mean to be a truly Catholic man? On my slow and steady walk on this narrow road toward the righteous realms of heaven, I have often encountered men of faith who have helped to answer that question. Some have been gifted apologists and teachers; others, men of deep conviction and commitment to the cause of Christ.
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Catholic Masculinity Today
Catholic Masculinity Today
By Sinclair Cushmore
The controversy surrounding the latest Gillette commercial, an old question that I believe is in the minds of many a young Catholic today; what does it mean to be “masculine”? What is the difference between “toxic masculinity” and real masculinity? What does Jesus have to say about the calling of a man?
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Unity for all humanity
Unity for all humanity
By George Calleja
There are many reasons why the world is not in unity. Unity is built upon the love of neighbour. Wherever there is disunity, humanity suffers.
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The Chaplet of St. Joseph
The Chaplet of St. Joseph
By Frank J. Maduri
My devotion to St. Joseph has been a part of my faith journey for as long as I can remember. I have always felt a special closeness to this great and influential saint within the Catholic tradition. In prior work for this site I have shared that St. Joseph was my Confirmation Saint, and that anything I have asked for when I pray for his intercession, it comes to fruition.
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Sudoku-ing Through Life
Sudoku-ing Through Life
By Linda Kracht
Have you ever played the popular Japanese puzzle game, Sudoku? To solve the puzzle, players place one of nine numbers [1-9] in each section, row & column without repeating the number. The easy puzzles provide players with many pre-set number clues whereas the more difficult puzzles provide few clues. Sudoku makers claim “logic, concentration, awareness and brain power” increase
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Supernatural Synchronization
Supernatural Synchronization
By Ann Frailey
So today I sat in the car waiting for kid #8 to finish her piano lesson while a CD, daughter#1 put together with a variety of music, played in the background. I finished saying the rosary, and then I watched the wind run rampant over the yard, tugging at ribbons tied to posts, and setting tree branches dancing.
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Week Two Mini-Retreat for Mothers...St. Patrick's day and more...
Week Two Mini-Retreat for Mothers...St. Patrick's day and more...
By Julie Larsen
I thought I would tell you a few funny things or short stories of my own family and children...
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It's a Heart Problem
It's a Heart Problem
By Lorrie McNickle
I think that our biggest problem today in this country and in this world, but most of all in our hearts is that we are all too happy and eager to celebrate Mardi Gras, but fail to acknowledge Ash Wednesday, we love Easter but ignore Good Friday, we celebrate and revel in Christmas but are ignorant of Advent.
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‘Be Encouraged'
‘Be Encouraged'
By George Calleja
Over the years I have met many people who feel that they are not worthy of God’s love. For some reason, these people might have passed through a difficult experience in their lives, with the consequence of not experiencing Jesus in a personal way.
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Two Priests - One began a new ministry, One completed it.
Two Priests - One began a new ministry, One completed it.
By Ralph Hathaway
“Your Sins are Forgiven” the words of a priest to a sorrowful penitent then and now. Let’s look at the present time when a man who said yes to the call from the Lord puts on a stole and listens to one who bares their soul of a wrong that is heavy.
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Who do you say I Am?
Who do you say I Am?
By Mary Rivers
“Who do you say I am?” Each one must answer the question, “ Christ, who are you to me?”
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Mini-Lenten retreat for mothers Introduction...
Mini-Lenten retreat for mothers Introduction...
By Julie Larsen
Hi, I thought I have a group of mothers on my mailing list and also think this idea of a mini-Lenten retreat would resonate well with Catholic 365 readers...so, welcome!
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Self sacrifice is the real miracle out of which all the reported miracles grow.
Self sacrifice is the real miracle out of which all the reported miracles grow.
By Joe Reciniello
Jesus explains that both in this world and the next, a disciple’s sacrifice bears fruit. In “this present age”, material sacrifices are compensated by the superabundance of the Church’s graces and charisms.
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The Non-Racist Healy Family---This nineteenth-century American, Catholic family gave the world two priests, one bishop, and three nuns and they had all been born as slaves.
The Non-Racist Healy Family---This nineteenth-century American, Catholic family gave the world two priests, one bishop, and three nuns and they had all been born as slaves.
By Larry Peterson
In 1818, Michael Morris Healy left Ireland for America and settled in what is today, Macon, Georgia. Through hard work and smart business dealings combined with some “good luck” in the Georgia land lottery, Healy managed to become a successful cotton planter, owning 1500 acres and 49 African slaves. Among them was a 16-year-old girl named Mary Eliza Smith.
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