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Acts of aggression like this, against civilians, with no evidence of criminal action and no declaration of war, are antitheses of what it means to be pro-life. They do not even meet the basic requirements of Just War Theory. https://t.co/3TRr6OW7yc
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In the face of the government's immoral drone strikes on boats, Catholics must defend the intrinsic dignity of all life.
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Claretian Father Richard Todd collected numerous nativity scenes, now housed in the Claretian archives in Chicago. As we set up our own nativity scenes this year, we are invited to see, in the objects we arrange, the God who is with us, and for us. https://t.co/ObaUgoxn5A
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Claretian Father Richard Todd’s nativity collection shows how different cultures see the miraculous act of God.
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The good news is not just the imminence of justice and peace, but that it is through our lives and ministry that the justice and peace of God will flourish. William Orbih reflects on the readings for the second Sunday of Advent. https://t.co/NPH6nIGTmQ
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Wiliam Orbih offers a reflection for the second Sunday of Advent, December 7, 2025, year A in the Roman missal.
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On this episode of the podcast, theologian Julie Hanlon Rubio discusses Mary as a figure of women’s liberation. https://t.co/kMJgkh9ll4
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On this episode of the podcast, theologian Julie Hanlon Rubio discusses Mary as a figure of women’s liberation.
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Just as the cross looms over the crib, so does the light of resurrection shine upon it. The resurrection is God’s assurance that tragedy and death are not the final realities of the human condition. These are not God’s will. https://t.co/gGNMW5Z7Dx
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An omitted verse of a Christmas carol reminds us that Jesus' death on the cross is prefigured in the Christmas story.
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The New Testament is filled with mothers—real and metaphorical—who reshape our understanding of parenthood and of God. The theme of motherhood was one of the ways the writers expressed Jesus’ mission. https://t.co/dSvfXTF5wf
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The New Testament is filled with mothers—real and metaphorical—who reshape our understanding of parenthood and of God, says Jennifer Houston McNeel.
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39% of readers who responded to U.S. Catholic's recent survey on migration think governments’ top priority, when it comes to immigration policy, should be promoting human rights regardless of borders. https://t.co/S0EVgzSbCr
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Yes, people have the right to migrate. But they also have the right to stay in their homes. Catholics should support both.
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The Mass is supposed to be a ritual of unity. Yet disputes over liturgy in one diocese mirror a widespread fragmentation. https://t.co/uLGgsWWEWp
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The Mass is supposed to be a ritual of unity. Yet disputes over liturgy in one diocese mirror a widespread fragmentation.
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Springsteen often explains why his corrupt, violent characters do what they do, without justifying their actions, but with crisp, sympathetic understanding that mirrors the divine compassionate justice I hope we’ll all receive someday. https://t.co/dJj91quBqX
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The album that inspired the biopic 'Deliver Me from Nowhere' tells bleak stories of broken people—the people Jesus regards with mercy.
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In the season of Advent, we look to our savior, born into this broken world to bring healing—not just of personal wounds, but of systemic injustice. Here are nine articles we hope will inspire reflection on the centrality of justice for Advent practice. https://t.co/SzjJJ8Bh53
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U.S. Catholic has selected 9 articles that we hope will inspire you to reflect on the centrality of justice in the Advent season.
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"Gregory Pierce’s new version of Rerum Novarum, in updated and accessible language, can inspire Catholics to defend justice and human dignity against the forces of technocratic oligarchy," writes @RBrattenWeiss U.S. Catholic's Book Club pick for November, from @ACTAPub
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If done with intention, digital art displays can highlight aspects of a church’s edifice that patrons never noticed before, allowing them to both experience it anew and, in some cases, embark on a unique spiritual journey. https://t.co/9ppw8G252o
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Church light shows utilize new tech and media to enhance appreciation of those spaces' artistic grandeur and spiritual significance.
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Many annulment cases are connected to domestic violence or other forms of abuse. And the process can be difficult and time consuming. Is it time for the church to reconsider how it looks at annulments—especially for those who have experienced abuse? https://t.co/5quFLOtMLm
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Is it time for the church to reconsider how it looks at annulments—especially for those who have experienced abuse?
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The dark, somber spirit of Advent in the Middle Ages speaks to those looking toward the birth of Christ in a season of hardship. https://t.co/J2xiPT3uj0
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The dark, somber spirit of Advent in the Middle Ages speaks to those looking toward the birth of Christ in a season of hardship.
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May we follow Jesus and become a sign of peace in a world beset by hostilities, misunderstandings, and resentments. Brandon Ambrosino reflects on the readings for the Feast of Christ the King. https://t.co/ktsW8SONzD
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Brandon Ambrosino offers a reflection for the Feast of Christ the King, November 23, 2025, year C in the Roman missal.
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The transcendence of "Horses," released 50 years ago this month, set the stage for a religious exploration that can be seen throughout Smith’s career and life. https://t.co/JbGfv9aoAt
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Musician, poet, and visual artist Patti Smith's rebellious challenge to God ended up opening a pathway to faith and spirituality.
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The importance of giving thanks is central to our Catholic faith. We look at Jesus, constantly offering thanks to the Father, and follow his example. We see him disappointed with the nine lepers he cured who didn't go back to thank him. https://t.co/uDraqXtujI
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Teaching kids gratitude, even for the small pieces of life that are easy to take for granted, can strengthen family bonds.
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On Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor the lives of those who died due to transphobia. The story of the bearded folk saint Wilgefortis, who defied cisgender, heterosexual norms through a miracle, offers a reminder of God's loving care for all people. https://t.co/TWzmZYZCun
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The story of this bearded woman martyr saint reminds us that queerness has always been part of Catholic history.
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For queer Catholics, being a good steward of our talents means being Christ’s hands in this world and showing every person struggling with self-hatred that God loves them. https://t.co/VO6pZkjZ3C
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For queer Catholics, being a good steward of our talents means being Christ’s hands in the world and showing God’s love to every queer person struggling with self-hatred.
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Violent fictions like the Doctrine of Discovery and Manifest Destiny have real-life implications. Land justice asks us to face our history honestly and to ask how we can use the land in our care to start making amends. https://t.co/xF1oljJrGE
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The history of the land is often the story of severed relationships. Land justice involves repairing those relationships.
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