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The joy of gift-giving (or a special moment on the Feast of St. Francis)
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The joy of gift-giving (or a special moment on the Feast of St. Francis)

Rita BuettnerOctober 4, 20173 min read
It seemed as if I had all summer to hunt for a statue, and though I kept my eyes open, I couldn’t find the right one in time for his birthday.
Good to be Catholic
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Good to be Catholic

Archbishop William E. LoriOctober 4, 20174 min read
I am proud that the ministries of this Archdiocese accept this invitation every day of every year.
Driving away the shadows
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Driving away the shadows

Rita BuettnerOctober 4, 20173 min read
St. Francis of Assisi must be one of the best-known saints. But I didn’t feel a special connection to him until 14 years ago when I went on a retreat.
Coffee & Doughnuts with William J. McCarthy Jr.
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Coffee & Doughnuts with William J. McCarthy Jr.

Paul McMullenOctober 2, 20174 min read
The Catholic Review sits down with with William J. McCarthy Jr., executive director of Catholic Charities of Baltimore and parishioner of Church of the Nativity in Timonium.
Coffee & Doughnuts with William J. McCarthy Jr.
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Coffee & Doughnuts with William J. McCarthy Jr.

Paul McMullenOctober 2, 20173 min read
The Catholic Review sits down with with William J. McCarthy Jr., executive director of Catholic Charities of Baltimore and parishioner of Church of the Nativity in Timonium.
Nothing like a lightning strike to change your life
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Nothing like a lightning strike to change your life

Christopher GuntySeptember 29, 20172 min read
“The Stray,” a movie premiering Oct. 6, looks at the true-life story of Mitch and his family, and how they cope with the long hours and stress of his life as an executive at a Hollywood studio, reviewing scripts and pitches that might be made into movies.
Are you smarter than a 4th grader, trumpet playing, Cinderella’s glass slipper, and plarn (7 Quick Takes)
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Are you smarter than a 4th grader, trumpet playing, Cinderella’s glass slipper, and plarn (7 Quick Takes)

Rita BuettnerSeptember 28, 20173 min read
Our older son gets to read a book of his choice for 20 minutes each night. I love that this week that homework assignment turned into reading aloud to his little brother.
A compassionate, Christian reflection on the death of Hugh Hefner
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A compassionate, Christian reflection on the death of Hugh Hefner

Christopher WestSeptember 28, 20176 min read
The headlines of the secular media announcing Hugh Hefner’s death are hailing him as a pioneer of free speech and sexual liberation. What should Christians think of the passing of one of the pioneers of the pornographic revolution?
Discerning the spirits
A More Human SocietyCommentary

Discerning the spirits

Richard DoerflingerSeptember 28, 20174 min read
In our rights-oriented society, “discrimination” is the worst accusation we can bring against someone. So it is important to explain what we mean by it.
Wrap mother-to-be in prayer
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Wrap mother-to-be in prayer

Rita BuettnerSeptember 28, 20174 min read
Instead of baby showers, Rita Buettner has been throwing prayer gatherings for friends and relatives who are awaiting the arrival of their babies.
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