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Pope’s prognosis no longer ‘guarded’ but will stay in hospital

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Why Nigeria’s persecution crisis matters to the world

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Did you know St. Patrick’s sister is also a saint?

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Pediatrician brings a relic of Carlo Acutis to sick children

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Can the Vatican celebrate Easter without a pope participating?

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Dolly Parton dedicates new song to late husband

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Kenza, a former Muslim, wants to move forward with Christ

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This saint was sent to Ireland before St. Patrick

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New book showcases Pope Francis’ love for poetry

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5 Saints to accompany you if you’re feeling lonely

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Thomas, soon to be baptized: “Christ never gave up on me”

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3 Aspects of Jesus’ temptation (Pope’s homily, full text)

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Curia on retreat; Pope joins spiritually as health improves

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5 Catholic sites not to miss in scenic South Dakota

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This prayer reminds us what we truly need to abstain from

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Medieval Bible returns to Salisbury after 800 years

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A prayer for faith, hope, and love when they hurt

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