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Aren’t Martyrs Automatically Canonized?

Pat McCloskey, OFM February 10, 2026

Q: The feast of Saint Charles Lwanga and companion martyrs (June 3) recently raised a question for me. On July 17, 1794, 16 Carmelite nuns were guillotined in Compiègne, France, for their faith. As a secular Carmelite, I have always considered them a beacon of love and uncompromising faith. Doesn’t the fact that they were martyred for their faith automatically make them saints? Why would any miracles be needed?

St. Mary Magdalene: A Woman of Vision

Mark Etling, PhD February 9, 2026

The Gospel of Mary is one of many Scriptures that was not accepted by the Church for inclusion in the New Testament.

When God Tells Us to Begin Again

Ela Milewska February 9, 2026

Reflect Letting go of what is familiar can feel like losing our footing. We remember the old paths because they feel safe and known. But

Admitting Gross Historical Injustices

Pat McCloskey, OFM February 9, 2026

Call it tribalism, but I’ve always cast a skeptical eye on the Dominicans ever since I learned about their role in the Inquisition. Do you have any advice for thinking about historical misdeeds?

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The Face of Christ

Natalie Ryan February 8, 2026

Ask someone how they are doing today. Not just a “How are you?” with a “I’m good” response in passing, but genuinely sit down and have a conversation with a friend, family member, or even a coworker.