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Our Calling as Catholic Americans
A reader from Facebook asked a question in response to my last article on the difference between the liberal and Christian view of freedom. He writes: “OK, I’ll buy that....
Our Calling as Catholic Americans
A reader from Facebook asked a question in response to my last article on the difference between the liberal and Christian view of freedom. He writes: “OK, I’ll buy that....

Why Catholics Should Do Street Evangelization
If you talk to the “average Joe” Catholic, whether they’re in your family or in the pew, you’ll quickly notice that they’re afraid of something. Truth be told, if one...
Why Catholics Should Do Street Evangelization
If you talk to the “average Joe” Catholic, whether they’re in your family or in the pew, you’ll quickly notice that they’re afraid of something. Truth be told, if one...

Great Ideas for Ministry and Spiritual Improvement
Here is our weekly roundup of new videos, podcasts, and articles. This week we focus on how we can continue to improve in our ministry and our own relationship with...
Great Ideas for Ministry and Spiritual Improvement
Here is our weekly roundup of new videos, podcasts, and articles. This week we focus on how we can continue to improve in our ministry and our own relationship with...

How Individualism Prevents Christian Unity
It’s a known fact that people don’t like to do difficult things. It’s just in our nature. Working hard is … well, hard work! Oftentimes sacrifices will be made in...
How Individualism Prevents Christian Unity
It’s a known fact that people don’t like to do difficult things. It’s just in our nature. Working hard is … well, hard work! Oftentimes sacrifices will be made in...

The Benedict Option: Benefits and Dangers
I’ve found that the phrase “the Benedict Option” stirs hearts and minds, some in favor and some vehemently opposed. And some have wildly different perceptions of what exactly the Benedict...
The Benedict Option: Benefits and Dangers
I’ve found that the phrase “the Benedict Option” stirs hearts and minds, some in favor and some vehemently opposed. And some have wildly different perceptions of what exactly the Benedict...

You Shall Not Kill ... in War?
Today’s reflection covers a very difficult application of a very simple commandment. Exodus 20:13 states “You Shall Not Kill.” In light of this, we received a question from someone who...
You Shall Not Kill ... in War?
Today’s reflection covers a very difficult application of a very simple commandment. Exodus 20:13 states “You Shall Not Kill.” In light of this, we received a question from someone who...