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Reading and Education
Frank J. Sheed (1897-1981) was one of the leaders in the Catholic literary revival of the first half of the twentieth century—a translator, author and publisher. Born in Sydney, Australia …
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Mr. Dooley on the Education of the Young
Finley Peter Dunne (1867-1936) was known as “Mr. Dooley”, and appears under that name in some of his humorous essays, in which this persona expounded upon the world’s problems from …
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Jan. 14 Wednesday of the First Week in Ordinary Time, Weekday
The Roman Martyrology commemorates St. Felix of Nola (d. 255), priest. After his father‘s death, Felix sold off most of his property and possessions, gave the proceeds to the poor, …
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Is it a sin to work on Sunday?
I recently heard a priest say that we should only do things like visit the sick or elderly and not do unnecessary work on Sundays. I can’t visit the sick …
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The Face of Africa’s Young Church Offers Hope to a Weary West
godongphotoCatholics gather for Sunday Mass with the Akamasoa Community of Good Friends in Antananarivo, Madagascar, Feb. 27, 2020. COMMENTARY: A journey across Eastern and Southern Africa revealed the Gospel lived …
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Nicaraguan researcher urges religious freedom commission to refocus attention on abuses
Impose economic sanctions on Nicaragua, bring Daniel Ortega and his wife to justice, and prosecute them for crimes against humanity, the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom was told. Martha …
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The origins of St. Agnes, child saint and martyr
Although not much is known about the life of St. Agnes, there are many stories passed down since her martyrdom in the fourth century. A lamb is wreathed in flowers …
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Supreme Court Reviews Transgender Athlete Bans
The Christendom College Women’s Basketball team, with Mary Pennefather, third from left, voices opinions on women’s sports at the U.S. Supreme Court on Jan. 13, 2026. Idaho and West Virginia …
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Supreme Court reviews transgender athlete bans
By Madalaine Elhabbal Jan 13, 2026 / 18:45 pm The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday on whether to uphold state laws banning transgender athletes from competing on women’s sports …
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On His Dying Day, Renowned Cartoonist Scott Adams’ Faith in Christ Made Public
Cartoonist Scott Adams announced his intention to convert to Christianity in January 2026, just before his death. ‘I accept Jesus Christ as my lord and savior, and I look forward …