Maryknoll Lay Missioner Kathy Bond describes Brazilian customs that honor departed loved ones in this reflection on the Sunday Mass readings.
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Vice President Harris Speaks With Bishop Seitz During Border Visit
Vice President Harris “demonstrated a willingness to work with the Catholic community” on immigration during border visit, Bishop Seitz says.
Catholic Agency Offers Help After ‘Heartbreaking’ Collapse of Building
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Vatican Official, in Mexico, Urges End to Divisions, Violence
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Pope Begins Series on Letter to the Galatians
Beginning a series on the Letter to the Galatians, Pope Francis says the letter describes the role of an evangelist and risks of being self-righteous.
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