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In the beginning

Peace in Jerusalem symbolizes world peace to prophet Isaiah

November 29, 2019
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Welcoming the stranger pays dividends for both them and us

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National collection for retired religious pays dividends at home

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Columnists • Mark my words

Don’t fight the Christmas spirit

November 29, 2019
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Beauty in art, music leads us to the Creator

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Inviting people back to the church begins with listening

November 29, 2019
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November 27, 2019
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Confession is ‘highlight’ of NCYC as hundreds of priests share God’s mercy

November 26, 2019
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A world without nuclear weapons is possible, pope says in Japan

November 25, 2019
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Musicians honor St. Cecilia with first-ever archdiocesan celebration

November 25, 2019
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