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What is the symbolism of ashes on Ash Wednesday?

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January 17, 2021

What is the symbolism of ashes on Ash Wednesday?

Ashes have a long tradition in the Catholic Church, finding its roots in the Old Testament. Ash Wednesday in the Roman Rite of the Catholic Church is focused, not…

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January 14, 2021

Was St. Luke a medical doctor?

St. Luke the Evangelist is described as a "physician" and used medical terms in his Gospel. Credited as writing one of the four Gospels, St. Luke is often described…

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Articles Prayers Prayers to Saints Prayers to St Joseph Q&A

January 13, 2021

What is the Holy Cloak of St. Joseph?

It is both a novena prayer and a physical relic kept in a church in Rome. One of the most popular devotions to St. Joseph is called the “Holy…

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What did St. Joseph actually do as a carpenter?

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January 13, 2021

What did St. Joseph actually do as a carpenter?

Art tells one story, history says another. Often certain biblical phrases don’t get translated very well. Take for example the common translation of Matthew 13:55. The people of Nazareth…

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January 13, 2021

How did St. Joseph die?

His departure is known as the perfect example of a "happy death." Little is known factually concerning the life of St. Joseph, foster father of Jesus. He is mentioned…

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How old was St. Joseph when Jesus was born?

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January 13, 2021

How old was St. Joseph when Jesus was born?

Was he an old widower or a strapping young man? We don’t hear much about St. Joseph in the Bible. He is simply described as the “husband of Mary,”…

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Put yourself in the presence of God with this prayer

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December 16, 2020

What are some examples of venial sins?

Full Question What are some examples of venial sins? Answer The Catechism describes two main types of venial sin. First, one commits venial sin when "in a less…

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December 16, 2020

Why is Saint Joseph depicted as an old man in art?

The main sources of our familiar artistic depictions of St. Joseph are, interestingly, not canonical. The Patron of the Universal Church is barely mentioned in the Gospels. In fact,…

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December 13, 2020

Why Do Catholics Pray to Mary and The Saints? Instead of directly to God

When Catholics pray to Mary and the Saints in Heaven, it is not in worship but in fervent request for their prayers on our behalf. As scripture indicates, those in…

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December 12, 2020

Why is ‘Go to Joseph’ a prayer?

The Joseph being referred to is not originally the Spouse of Mary, but is one of his forefathers. In his apostolic letter on St. Joseph, Pope Francis notes how…

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The Immaculate Conception: how does Mary illuminate Advent?

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December 8, 2020

The Immaculate Conception: how does Mary illuminate Advent?

Why is this mystery of the Virgin Mary so important in our lives? Lourdes-en-Bigorre, March 3, 1858: On the banks of the river Gave, in the damp and dark…

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Is it true that sexual intercourse between a married couple is sinful if the spouses do it with lust for each other?

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November 23, 2020

Is it true that sexual intercourse between a married couple is sinful if the spouses do it with lust for each other?

Full Question Is it true that sexual intercourse between a married couple is sinful if the spouses do it with lust for each other? Answer I realize…

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What does the Church say about Freemasonry?

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November 23, 2020

What does the Church say about Freemasonry?

Full Question What is the Catholic Church's official position on Freemasonry? Are Catholics free to become Freemasons? Answer Freemasonry is incompatible with the Catholic faith. Freemasonry teaches…

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Is it wrong to leave Mass after Communion?

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November 23, 2020

Is it wrong to leave Mass after Communion?

I am saddened when I see a large number of people leaving our parish church immediately after receiving Holy Communion. I always believed we were to stay until we received…

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What’s the secret of this couple’s 64 years of marriage?

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November 22, 2020

What’s the secret of this couple’s 64 years of marriage?

Long, happy marriages don't happen by accident. Here's one couple's story of love, respect, and building a life of faith. Who said that lifelong love doesn’t exist? Stories…

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Prayer to Our Lady of Providence, Queen of the Home

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November 19, 2020

Prayer to Our Lady of Providence, Queen of the Home

Our Lady of Providence Q: Who is Our Lady of Providence? A: This title of Mary has roots in Scripture. It is often attributed to Mary's intervention at the wedding…

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