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Instruction Ad Resurgendum cum Christo
Instruction Ad Resurgendum cum Christo regarding the burial of the deceased and the conservation of the ashes in the case of cremation The following is the full text of the Instruction of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, “Ad resurgendum cum Christo”,... read more
Happy Birthday, Mother Mary
For centuries, Catholics have celebrated Mother Mary’s birthday on September 8, the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. September 8 marks exactly nine months after December 8—the feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary. December 8 is not the day... read more
Saint Teresa of Calcutta
Mother Teresa was born, 1910, in Skopje, capital of the Republic of Macedonia. Little is known about her early life, but at a young age she felt a calling to be a nun and serve through helping the poor. At the age of 18 she was given permission to join a group of nuns... read more
Corporal Acts of Mercy
During this Holy Year of Mercy, Pope Francis calls us to become more merciful in our own lives and to bring God’s mercy to others. Through Works of Mercy, we extend God’s compassion and love to those in need, and show compassion for, and make efforts to... read more