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Saint Therese and the Bible
St. Therese lived in a time when few Catholics had Bibles - even nuns in convents! St. Therese's understanding of Scripture, however, is quite impressive.
Jan 12, 2011
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Theresa Doyle-Nelson
Saint Salome: A Biblical "Helicopter Mom"
Have you ever been accused of being a "Helicopter Parent"? If so, you might feel a special connection with this mother from Scripture.
Jan 9, 2011
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Theresa Doyle-Nelson
Thomas Aquinas: Dumb Ox to Angelic Doctor
The writings of St. Thomas Aquinas are still studied and loved by theology students. Once known as the Dumb Ox, he is now called the Angelic Doctor.
Jan 7, 2011
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Lorraine Shelstad
St Perpetua and St Felicity, Christian Martyrs
Christian martyrs, St Perpetua and St Felicity, both young mothers, died together in the ring. Gladiators killed the women after a rabid cow mauled them.
Jan 7, 2011
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Larry Putt
St. John Bosco, Patron Saint of Editors
St. John Bosco was an ardent follower of Bishop Francis de Sales. Known for his charitable work, Bosco founded the Society of Salesians.
Jan 1, 2011
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Larry Putt
St. Francis Xavier: Missionary to Asia
Francis Xavier is sometimes known as the Apostle to the Indies. Many Catholics in Asia trace their heritage to his missionary zeal in the 16th century.
Dec 29, 2010
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Lorraine Shelstad
Best Known Catholic Saints With Feasts in January
Explore the devotion and deeds of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, St. Francis de Sales, and other popular saints the Church honors in January.
Dec 28, 2010
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Melissa Roberts
St. Francis de Sales, Patron Saint of Writers
St. Francis de Sales was canonized in 1665, declared a doctor of the church in 1877, and named Patron Saint of Writers in 1923.
Dec 28, 2010
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Larry Putt
Santa and the Real Presence
Santa is not a lie. He can, when remembered as St. Nicholas, be a bridge to belief in God and the Real Presence.
Dec 16, 2010
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Lisa Barker
St Nicholas and the Origins of the Christmas Stocking
Christmas stockings are hung up on Christmas Eve every year for Santa Claus to fill with small gifts, nuts, fruit or candy. Where did this tradition begin?
Dec 16, 2010
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Daphne Green
The Life of Pope Gregory I
Sometimes called Gregory the Great, Pope Gregory I is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church.
Dec 6, 2010
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Terry Long
Best Known Catholic Saints with Feasts in December
Explore the devotion and deeds of St. Francis Xavier, Our Lady of Guadalupe, and other saints the Catholic Church honors in December.
Dec 4, 2010
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Melissa Roberts
The Patron Saints of the British Isles
The British Isles is made up of four pre-dominant nations (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales) each with their own ancient champion or patron saint.
Nov 18, 2010
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Jack Timney
St. Elizabeth of Hungary and the Wartburg Castle
In the 13th century Elizabeth, the Landgravine of Thuringia (Germany) has been called the greatest woman of the German Middle Ages.
Nov 16, 2010
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Lorraine Shelstad
Mary Magdalene, Apostle to the Apostles
Mary Magdalene was the first person to see the risen Christ. Who was the true Mary, repentant prostitute, or beloved disciple of Jesus?
Nov 13, 2010
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Larry Putt
St. Giuseppe Moscati, Doctor to the Poor
Saint, Doctor and Miracle Worker Giuseppe Moscati treated thousands of people during his lifetime, often giving them the money to pay for their medication.
Nov 12, 2010
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Marilynn Hughes
Women Doctors of the Church
There are 33 Doctors of the Church and three of these are women. Who are these women who have been recognized as outstanding teachers?
Nov 9, 2010
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Lorraine Shelstad
Best Known Catholic Saints with Feasts in November
Learn about the faith and deeds of St. Cecilia, Venerable Solanus Casey, and other popular saints who the Catholic Church honors in November.
Nov 9, 2010
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Melissa Roberts
Saint Bede the Venerable, Doctor of the Church
Saint Bede was one the greatest historians of his time, becoming the only English Doctor of the Church and documenting priceless historical information.
Nov 9, 2010
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Jennifer Becker Landsberger
The Real Santa Claus: Life of St. Nicholas of Myra
The popular Santa Claus has a historical basis in early Christian bishop Nicholas of Myra, saint celebrated on December 6 in the Church.
Nov 5, 2010
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Melissa Roberts