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Why Was Christ Executed?

March 24, 2025
Knowing that God is all-powerful, why did he allow Christ to be executed? 
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Does God Change?

March 24, 2023
God can appear harsh in the Old Testament, compared to the just and merciful God of today. How is this possible?
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What Does the Common Good Mean?

March 3, 2023
We are living in confusing times, especially with abortion, political lies, gun violence, attacks against the Church, and so on. What is the Catholic Church’s teaching on the common good?
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A Lector’s Challenge

January 23, 2023
I have been a lector for many years. Although I had some training as an actor, I have tried not to be too emotive when I proclaim the readings. Until recently, pastors and people in the parish have given very ...
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The Oldest Marian Shrine

December 10, 2022
What is the oldest Marian shrine in the United States?   The Shrine of Our Lady de la Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios in St. Augustine, Florida, was built in 1615. The devotion to Mary as the nursing mother of ...
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Catholic and Orthodox Groups in Ukraine

October 25, 2022
What is the difference between the Ukrainian Catholic Church and the Ukrainian Orthodox Church? Are both of those Churches present in the United States?
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Inner and Outer Beauty

September 23, 2022
Should a laywoman use artificial beauty aids such as hair coloring, nails, eyelashes, or makeup? 
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