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'Chosen, don't forget this. Chosen!:' Pope Francis sends amazing message to priests Watch

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On the World Day of Prayer for Vocations, Pope Francis ordained eleven men into the priesthood at St. Peter's Basilica on Sunday - then had ... continue reading


'He will be sorely missed:' Missing Florida priest's body found in Georgia Watch

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Church officials reported a Florida priest went missing last week. After following a trail of clues, investigators believe they found Rev. ... continue reading


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Who are the Red Nuns and what are they doing in Thailand? Watch

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A new monastery has been opened by an American group of cloistered nuns in Thailand in pursuit of planting an aura of "contemplative ... continue reading


The 'reality of the Eucharist': Don't let it become a meaningless gesture Watch

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During the Chrism Mass homily at Our Lady and the Apostles Church, Stockport, Bishop Mark Davies related the Eucharist to the Catholic ... continue reading


What Catholic Girl Scouts and Vocations have in common Watch

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Pope Francis on Friday praised Catholic girl scout leaders' "absolutely crucial" role in educating women for their vocation and ... continue reading


St. Elizabeth of the Trinity followed her vocation -will you? Watch

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Pope Francis acknowledged a miracle worked through the intercession of Blessed Elizabeth of the Trinity, a Carmelite nun of the 20th ... continue reading


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Murdered nuns at Missions of Charity deemed 'modern-day martyrs' Watch

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After a recent attack at a Missionaries of Charity convent in Yemen claimed the lives of four of the sisters there, the bishop overseeing ... continue reading


Adorable kids describe funny misunderstandings about the Catholic Church during powerful Vocation Days Watch

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Fifth-graders took part in a two-day Vocations Days at Archbishop O'Hara High School, where their confusion and misconceptions about the ... continue reading


A Pull to God: Young nuns explain their accomplishments and struggles in their vocation Watch

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Fewer young women have answered God's call to enter the sisterhood, prompting several questions such as what inspires modern women to leave ... continue reading


Speed-dating nuns? The Sister Café aim to change the way many see vocations Watch

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The popularity of speed-dating inspired eight nun congregations to create The Sister Café in Dublin, Ireland. LOS ANGELES, CA (Catholic ... continue reading


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Pope Francis Warns Priests of the Dangers of Spiritual Worldliness and Clericalism

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In a recent letter addressed to the priests of Rome, Pope Francis issued a solemn warning about the perils of spiritual worldliness, ... continue reading


Looking for a few great teachers - Bishop Gorman High School

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Bishop Gorman High School in the Diocese of Tyler, Texas is looking for a few great faculty to join their team.  As of 3/14/22, the ... continue reading


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What is the Difference Between a Deacon and a Priest? Watch

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What's the difference between a deacon and a priest? Why can't a deacon hear my confession and forgive sins? We asked Catholic Online's ... continue reading


AP report reveals difficulties for priests - is it time for a change? Watch

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The Associated Press published an article detailing the challenges many priests face. It is time for a change in how the Church ... continue reading


In Rochester, moms' group prays for vocations to come from among their families Watch

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A newly-formed group of Catholic mothers in Rochester, New York has committed to praying regularly for the flourishing of vocations from ... continue reading


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