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4 Timeless Bits of Wisdom from the Amazing Saint John Bosco, Patron Saint of Youth

“Do not put off till tomorrow the good you can do today. You may not have a tomorrow.” - Saint John Bosco

‘Love Jesus Dearly’: 99-Year-Old Nun Celebrates Birthday with Viral Video Message

"May you love Jesus dearly, and may the Virgin Mary protect you."

Bishop-Chairmen Respond to Expanded “Mexico City Policy”

WASHINGTON – This week, the U.S. Department of State officially published three rules, significantly expanding the “Mexico City Policy,” which historically limited certain federal funds from going to foreign non-governmental organizations that perform or promote abortion abroad. The State Department is referring to these three rules collectively as the Promoting Human Flourishing in Foreign Assistance (PHFFA) Policy. Three bishop-chairmen of committees of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) responded:

“God entrusts us with a responsibility to share our blessings to help preserve the lives and dignity of our brothers and sisters in need. We support robust funding for authentic lifesaving and life-affirming foreign assistance and applaud new policies that prevent taxpayer dollars from going to organizations that engage in ideological colonization and promote abortion or gender ideology overseas. We also call for the implementation of any related policies to be carried out in a manner that recognizes the inherent dignity of every human person and does not harm those who are racially or ethnically marginalized.”

The bishop-chairmen were Bishop Edward J. Burns of the Committee on Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth, Bishop Daniel E. Thomas of the Committee on Pro-Life Activities, and Bishop A. Elias Zaidan of the Committee on International Justice and Peace. Earlier in the week, Bishop Thomas had also offered a statement, in part, addressing the rule related to the performance and promotion of abortion.

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Using Gregorian Chant for Spiritual Warfare? Exorcist Explains How to Choose the Right One

Many exorcists say Gregorian chant scares demons, but not all chant is the same. How do you know you’re listening to the right chant? Here's how to do it.

Jan. 30 Friday of the Third Week in Ordinary Time, Weekday

The Roman Martyrology has several commemorations, including:

The Captivating Conversion Story of an Atheist-Turned-Catholic Nun: 'There is an Objective Truth'

“I looked into the different faiths of the world. The Catholic faith kept resonating in my heart and mind..."

Jan. 29 Thursday of the Third Week in Ordinary Time, Weekday

The Roman Martyrology commemorates St. Gildas the Wise (516-570), Scottish bishop and author and sometimes listed as Badonicus. He was born in the Clyde River area of Scotland. After becoming a disciple of St. Finnian, Gildas was a hermit for a time in Wales. He was also trained by St. Illtyd. He was famous for writing De Excidiio Britanniae, a Latin work describing moral decline in Britain.

The Cutest Lenten Activity for Kids: Catholic Mom Shares a Powerful Way to ‘Make the Gospel Come Alive’

This is such a cute idea for Lent! 😍

The Magnificent First Minor Basilica in America Turns 100—and Catholics Can Receive a Plenary Indulgence

It's the 100th anniversary of the Basilica of St. Mary, the first and beautifully magnificent minor basilica in the United States. Here's how Catholics can gain a plenary indulgence during this special year of grace!

Raising Saints in a Battle for Souls: 4 Ways Catholic Parents Can Pass Down the Faith to Their Kids

How are you teaching your children the Catholic faith? Here are four great ways to do it!