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Perseverance is necessary for prayer, Pope says

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By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Those who overcome distractions or obstacles when praying learn the value of perseverance in times of trial,...

The Odds of Life

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Column by Jonathan Nagy The odds of getting audited by the IRS are 1 in 220. The odds of finding a pearl in an oyster are...

Being a Christian Disciple = Embracing the Cross

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By Father Rich Tomkosky When we look at Jesus on the Cross what do we think? A great spiritual writer, Father Edward Leen from Ireland,...

SCHOOLS

Mount Named 2021 Top Adult Degree Program

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From Mount Aloysius College Mount Aloysius College has been named to Abound’s 2021 list of Top Adult Degree Programs. Abound is a guidance system for...

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KEEPING THE FAITH

A Legacy of Connecting People Through Prayer and Television

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By Tony DeGol Proclaim! Not many little boys are lucky enough to find a mentor who will still influence them later in life. David Micik found that...

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COMMENTARY

When Bad Things Happen

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Column by Andre McCarville A friend of mine and I were talking about the tragic death of Kobe Bryant and his daughter. He mentioned how...

Diocese Continues Efforts to Protect Children

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Column by Cindy O'Connor Director of Children and Youth Protection Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown Happy Spring! The year 2019 is going by quickly as we find ourselves in the...

Vocations Spotlight: Priests Fight to Win Souls

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Column by Father Peter Crowe In the Gospel of Sunday, Saint Matthew (14:13-21) recalls how our Lord was trying to find some rest in prayer...

I Remember Papa

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A Father's Day Reflection by the Very Rev. Anthony Francis Spilka, OFM Conv. Do you remember the classic TV series in the 50's entitled I...

Prayer, Sacrifice, and Acts of Reparation for the Conversion of Hardened Sinners at the...

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By Father Rich Tomkosky One of the hardest concepts for Christians to grasp in the modern world is the reality of the redemptive meaning of...

SPIRITUALITY

Tips for Staying Catholic After College

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By Megan Philip Catholic News Service A few years ago my sister graduated from college and was quickly introduced to the brave new world of...

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