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May 3, 2018

Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Order of Malta Lourdes Pilgrimage, Opening Mass

(Ss. Philip and James) suffered in union with Christ and in that way bore witness to Jesus and his saving love for the whole of humanity.
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Trump signs order to give faith groups stronger voice in government

In front of a small crowd of cabinet members and religious leaders at the White House Rose Garden May 3, President Donald Trump announced, and then signed, an executive order giving faith-based groups a stronger voice in the federal government.
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Pass on faith through deeds, not words, pope says

Christians must pass on the faith by giving witness through their example and not by persuading others to choose sides, Pope Francis said.
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Marriage and Communion: Norms address needs of interchurch couples

The German bishops are not the only bishops in the world to propose or adopt pastoral guidelines for allowing an Anglican or a Protestant married to a Catholic to receive the Eucharist under certain circumstances.
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Mary, Mother of the Church

I heard that someone commenting on the new memorial said, “Isn’t there enough about Mary, already?” How can there be too much about Mary when she brought us Jesus?
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Movie Review: ‘Lego DC Comics Super Heroes: The Flash’

The movie, which is suitable for all, teaches strong moral lessons about self-sacrifice, personal responsibility, the value of science and the need to be conscious of what's going on around you.
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Survivors hope pope will act against ‘epidemic’ of abuse in the church

Three Chilean abuse survivors who met with Pope Francis said his apology to them must be accompanied by concrete actions, not only against those who commit sexual abuse, but against those who cover it up.
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The things we do for love, Part 4: Forgive

Even though we have been hurt and scarred, we recognize the fact that he or she who wronged us may not have done it on purpose. Even if they did, we must never forget that they are human, a sinner not unlike ourselves.
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