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The mission of the Magis Center is to create content that helps people find higher purpose in life, an awareness of their transcendent dignity, a sense of the transcendent providential power who guides them, and a determination to live ethically responsible lives. To that end, the Magis Center produces and distributes media that provides contemporary commentary on timeless topics.

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The Shroud of Turin and Radiation

Regarding The Shroud of Turin, radiation is incredibly important in understanding how the image occurred.
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The Pope John Paul II Miracles that Made Him a Canonized Saint

Learn of the two Pope John Paul II miracles that led to his canonization: Sister Marie Pierre and Floribeth Mora Diaz.
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8 Deadly Sins in Literature: The Sin of Pride

The deadly sin of Pride is known as the first sin, however, literature tells of more of the dimensions sin of pride. Here are three examples.
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The Shroud of Turin: Facts, History, and Scientific Insights

The Shroud of Turin is a linen cloth featuring the image of a crucified man: explore its history, scientific investigations, and leading theories.
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What Are Marian Apparitions and Why Do They Matter

Dive into what Marian apparitions are, their historical and spiritual significance, and why belief in them can profoundly impact one's faith journey.
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Why Some Miracles Are Denied: Understanding God and Our Suffering

Why do some people receive miracles, while others requests for a miracle are denied? Fr. Spitzer answers this very question in an EWTN interview.
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4 Approved Eucharistic Miracles from the 21st Century 

In the last twenty years, there have been four approved Eucharistic miracles. Learn all about them here!
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8 Deadly Sins in Literature: Envy

The sin of envy usually comes from the belief that you have been treated unfairly. Literature shows readers how envy can grow and consume its victims.
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The Shroud of Turin Mysteries

Discover how new research challenges The Shroud of Turin mysteries and supports the Shroud’s ancient origins.
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Did Jesus Have a Y-Chromosome?

Did Jesus Have a Y Chromosome? Since he was born of the Virgin Mary, where did it come from? Fr. Spitzer responds to this question.
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Free Will Versus Determinism: A Catholic Perspective

Father Robert Spitzer provides insights into Catholic theology's perspective on free will versus determinism in this EWTN episode.
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A Reminder of the Opportunities in Suffering

With Christ, we can put our suffering to work for us and the world—and find opportunities to grow in virtue and to grow the church as a whole.
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