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This Sounds So Catholic. That’s Why It’s Dangerous.

How do you sell a lie? Make it look like the Truth. Some of the most dangerous distortions in the Church sound deeply Catholic. Can you spot the lie in this quote?

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From Cathedrals to Empty Pews: The Fall of Catholic Spain

Spain was one of the most Catholic nations in Western Civilization. Today it leads the world in Catholic decline.

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The SSPX Is Heading to Schism — Catholics Need to Stop Playing Dumb

The SSPX Plans to Consecrate Bishops Without Rome's Approval on July 1. Why are Some Catholics Cheering for the Wrong Side?

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Rome Has Spoken. The German Bishops Don't Care

FREE article, with an Afterthoughts segment for paid members. - The Vatican Said No to German Same-Sex Blessings — Twice. Here's Why Catholics Should Pay Attention.

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When You Pray, Speak Your Language

Pray in Latin, or in your native language? Why the language you were formed in matters when you bring your heart to God. God receives the Latin, but he's after your heart.

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St. Jerome is a Protestant's Worst Ally - The Fathers Know Best

Protestants always appeal to Jerome as a kind of patristic ally against the Catholic Church. Here's why that's a big mistake!

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Saint Profile: St. Francis of Assisi

The turning point in the life of St. Francis of Assisi that turned this combat warrior into a warrior-saint

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The devil prepares for your confession too.

Why the devil targets you before confession — and what St. Ignatius of Loyola says about how he does it.

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The Saints Call us Out of our Comfort Zone

Three holy men and women who had zero patience for religion that stays on the surface — and what they want you to do about it.