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Seventeenth-century painted portrait of Saint Vincent de Paul by Simon François de Tours

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St. Vincent de Paul: How to Help People in Poverty

Learn how St. Vincent de Paul approached poverty, why listening and dignity matter, and how to begin serving with a practical four-week plan.

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Saint Francis of Assisi, with a halo, bends to speak to birds gathered beneath a tree while a fellow friar watches, in a medieval fresco

Prayer & reflection

The Canticle of the Creatures: St. Francis’s Song of Praise Explained

What is St. Francis’s Canticle of the Creatures? Learn when he wrote it, why he says Brother Sun and Sister Death, and how to pray it this week.

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Jesus speaking with Martha and Mary in their home, painted by Johannes Vermeer

Living the seasons

What Is Ordinary Time? A Catholic Guide to the Green Season

What is Ordinary Time in the Catholic Church? Learn when it occurs, why priests wear green, and how Sunday readings and saints can shape your week.

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Saint Thérèse of Lisieux in her Carmelite habit, photographed in 1895

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Saint Thérèse’s Little Way: How to Practice It in Daily Life

What is Saint Thérèse’s little way? Discover its Catholic meaning and five practical ways to grow in trust and love through ordinary daily life.

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Portrait of Saint Vincent de Paul by Simon François de Tours

Everyday faith

The Seven Corporal Works of Mercy: Meaning and Everyday Examples

What are the seven corporal works of mercy? Learn their Catholic meaning, biblical roots, and practical ways to care for others in everyday life.

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Detail of Martha in Christ in the House of Martha and Mary by Johannes Vermeer

Prayer & reflection

How to Pray Lectio Divina: A Catholic Guide for Beginners

Learn how to pray lectio divina with four simple movements, a worked Gospel example, and practical help for beginning Scripture prayer.

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Saint Michael wearing armor and a flowing cloak, standing over Satan in a painting by Guido Reni

Living the seasons

Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael: A Guide to the Archangels' Feast

Who are Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael? Explore their biblical roles, the September 29 feast, and simple ways to pray and celebrate at home.

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Retouched portrait of Saint Padre Pio wearing his Capuchin habit

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Padre Pio and Confession: What His Ministry Teaches Us

Why was Padre Pio known for confession? Discover what his ministry teaches about repentance, mercy, and preparing to return to the sacrament.

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Historic Gutenberg Bible from the Library of Congress collection

Everyday faith

History of the Bible: How the Catholic Bible Came Together

Explore the history of the Bible: who wrote it, how the canon developed, why Catholic Bibles have 73 books, and how Scripture reached readers today.

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Facade of Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, the destination of the Camino pilgrimage

Prayer & reflection

Walking the Camino de Santiago: A Catholic Beginner’s Guide

Walking the Camino de Santiago? Explore its Catholic meaning, beginner routes, preparation tips, pilgrim credentials, and ways to pray along the journey.

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Saint Paul addressing a gathering in Raphael’s Saint Paul Preaching in Athens

Everyday faith

What Is Evangelization? A Catholic Guide to Sharing the Faith

What is evangelization? Learn the Catholic meaning, the new evangelization, and practical ways to share your faith with respect, confidence, and love.

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Jesus with Peter and the apostles in Raphael’s Christ’s Charge to Peter

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What Is Sacred Tradition? Scripture and Catholic Faith Explained

What is Sacred Tradition? Learn how it relates to Scripture, differs from Church customs, and guides Catholic faith through the teaching of the apostles.

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