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Why having two horrible presidential candidates presents a golden opportunity for Catholics

Hanael BianchiOctober 7, 20164 min read
After the first presidential debate, it was clear we have two of the worst candidates for president imaginable. We would be hard pressed to find individuals more unpopular than Clinton and Trump, and as the election quickly approaches, we are left wondering: what happened? Yet, this election could be a
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Celebrating a dozen years of marriage

Rita BuettnerSeptember 25, 20163 min read
Twelve years ago I stood in the narthex of the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen, wearing my white gown, impatient and excited for the day—and this new chapter of life—to begin.My father was there, and my bridesmaids—sisters and friends—along with a lovely flower girl and a handsome little ring bearer.
When I am not enough
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When I am not enough

Rita BuettnerSeptember 19, 20163 min read
“We are to become vessels of God’s compassionate love for others,” St. Clare of Assisi said.
Amen: Jesus misses you
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Amen: Jesus misses you

George P. Matysek Jr.August 30, 20164 min read
Eucharistic adoration at the Baltimore Basilica is in trouble. See what you can do to help – and grow closer to Christ.
Charles Osgood fondly recalls Catholic Baltimore
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Charles Osgood fondly recalls Catholic Baltimore

George P. Matysek Jr.August 29, 20166 min read
“Only Sister Serena could have judged your morals and grammar at the same time,” Mr. Osgood recalled.
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Phelps’ maturation includes faith

Paul McMullenAugust 8, 20163 min read
Having been blessed to cover his Olympic debut in Sydney, Australia, in 2000, and report on his unprecedented eight medals at the 2004 Games in Athens, Greece, I am more than a casual observer of the athletic marvel that is Michael Phelps.It was gratifying to see Phelps swim as well
Amen: World Youth Day visits country steeped in our faith
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Amen: World Youth Day visits country steeped in our faith

Christopher GuntyJuly 27, 20163 min read
Poland is Catholic – spiritually and culturally. The faith is woven into the lives and fortunes of the people.
Former dentist finds new joy as Carmelite nun
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Former dentist finds new joy as Carmelite nun

George P. Matysek Jr.July 21, 20165 min read
It was on her 30th birthday when Celia Ashton first stepped inside the monastery of the Carmelite Sisters of Baltimore.A successful dentist who had long harbored thoughts of becoming a religious sister, Celia had been invited to attend Mass at the monastery by some of her patients who happened to be Religious
Amen: During the journey, don’t forget to look back
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Amen: During the journey, don’t forget to look back

Erik ZygmontJuly 5, 20163 min read
When Olivia Bonner, Sarah Conway and Benjamin Cummins graduated June 3, they had spent 15 years – approximately 5/6 of their lives – together.
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My father’s cookies

Rita BuettnerJune 22, 20163 min read
How extraordinary is a father’s love, especially that of God the Father, who has faith that we will continue to try to become the best version of ourselves, that we will fail but we will also achieve, and that one day we will be with him in heaven.
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