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The Chaplet of St. Michael: A Powerful Prayer for Spiritual Warfare Every Catholic Should Know – ChurchPOP

The Mass: Heaven On Earth – Edward Monti at Catholic Stand

This Prayer Is Meant To Be Prayed In Front Of A Crucifix – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia

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Waiting on Childbirth: The Agony in the Garden – Julie Machado at Catholic Stand

The Spiritual Works of Mercy for Those Who Grieve – Jeannie Ewing at Catholic Exchange

5 Steps To Saying You’re Sorry & Meaning It According To St. Chrysostom – Fr. Michael Rennier at Aleteia

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How Can Faith Grow From a Mustard Seed? – Gayle Somers at Catholic Exchange

The Legend of the True Cross, by Agnolo Gaddi – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

Calm Your Anxious Mind With These Bible Verses – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia

The Family & The Mystical Body Of Christ – Vicki Burbach at Pelican’s Breast

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