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Leo XIII encouraged praying the Rosary to combat evil

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Jonathan Roumie reflects on what Fr. Flanagan means to him

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Pope joins cardinal’s call for October 7 prayer, fast

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A pilgrim’s notebook, day 6: Malta, witness of the light

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Pope leads Rosary for world peace (Photos)

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Pope: Be open to life, to what God may send you

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4 Simple principles for how to give a eulogy

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A popular Rosary prayer was originally written for Mass

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Celebrate Rosary month with “Rosary of the Week” series

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Nun shares the secret to finding the perfect job

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Archaeologists find 14th-century church in Bulgaria

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Philly Catholic schools make strides in behavioral issues

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Pope names 21 new cardinals

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How Francis’ 20 new cardinal electors change the college 

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How could my fasting help stop a war?
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Pope names 21 new cardinals
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Aleteia reviews Fr. Flanagan documentary
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St. Francis’ return to the Holy Land delayed due to war

A historic pilgrimage that would have brought the relic of the blood of St. Francis has been put off due to canceled flights as the conflict escalates.

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Religious communities shelter Lebanese fleeing from invasion

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When friends question the pope: 3 simple steps

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Memories and memorials of 9/11 and its aftermath (Photos)

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From Mary’s party to her sorrows: A life just like ours

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3 Freedoms that spring from the romance of singlehood

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St. Monica inspires us to reassess our attachment to alcohol

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This week: New Catholic film in theaters 10/8

On October 8, 'Heart of a Servant: The Father Flanagan Story' will be released exclusively in theaters nationwide for one night only.

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Timely anniversary for spiritually rich ‘On the Waterfront’

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New St. Therese podcast hits #2 on Apple charts

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How St. Francis’ teachings can help us view money differently

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Aleteia speaks with actor Daniel Weyman about Gandalf (Video)

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12 St. Francis of Assisi inspired rules for pet owners

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Open-and-go lesson plan for St. Francis’ feast day

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Goodness in silence: The pitfalls of social media sharing

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St. Thérèse’s beautiful reflection on the Holy Face of Jesus

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Technology has crippled our ability to listen to God

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St. Bruno teaches us the value of silence and contemplation

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St. Thérèse’s prophetic words to St. Faustina in a dream

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St. Faustina wanted the world to experience God’s mercy

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Join Aleteia for 1 of these 4 incredible pilgrimages in 2025!

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Did St. Francis say to preach the Gospel without words?

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Padre Pio’s last four words can help and inspire us (Video)

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Get inspired to keep your own prayer journal (Video)

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4 Quick Mass prayers for overwhelmed moms (Video)

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Helping moms who suffer from severe morning sickness (Video)

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The joy of bringing your child to visit the elderly (Video)

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New book for artists seeking the ‘Courage to Create’ (Video)

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In Belgium, Catholics propose alternatives to euthanasia

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10 Things to know about the Christians in Lebanon

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Author’s advice on topic no one likes to think about: Prepare now

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Pope Francis’ focus on Asia

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Listen to God and to culture, says new mission director

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Lebanese ordained on parents’ murder date talks forgiveness at synod

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Pope establishes first (and only) diocese in Estonia in 500 years

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Polygamy in Africa on the list of issues faced by Synod

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Pope’s preface for collection of writings on prayer

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A pilgrim’s notebook, Day 5: The luminous shadow of Caravaggio in Malta

Fleur Nabert brings us another day's excitement with the Magnificat & Aleteia pilgrimage to Malta.

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Magnificat pilgrimage takes French Catholics to Malta

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A pilgrim’s notebook: Malta, the dream island

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From hunting lodge to Catholic monastery: Prinknash Abbey

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The ruins of Kilwinning Abbey: Saints, legends, and history

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St. Catherine’s Monastery offers certified replicas of its icons

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Bear Grylls to take ‘The Chosen’ cast on wilderness adventures

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Catholic University granted $31 million for nuclear cleanup

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Mel Gibson reveals new TV project on the Great Siege of Malta

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Pope names envoy to Taiwan’s 5th Eucharistic Congress

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A brief history of the legendary statue of the Infant of Prague

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How to spend an hour in adoration

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This priest saved a girl from an SS soldier, only to be killed by him the next day

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Catholic newlyweds choose meal for poor children over a wedding banquet

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