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Purposeful Universe4 min read

12 Inspirational Science Quotes

Discover inspirational science quotes that reveal the harmony between science and faith, inspiring wonder and a deeper search for meaning in the universe.
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Lauren Woodrell9 min read

All Souls Day: History, Traditions, and Significance

Learn about All Souls Day, its significance, and how it's observed worldwide. Discover the prayers, customs, and history of this Catholic feast day.
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Magis Center3 min read

The Science (Or Lack Thereof) Behind Juan Diego’s Tilma

Can science prove that the Juan Diego tilma was not done by the miraculous hand of God? Take a close look at five aspects of the argument.
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Lauren Woodrell11 min read

What Is All Saints Day? History, Traditions, and Meaning

Celebrate and learn about All Saints Day's history, traditions, and significance in the Catholic Church.
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Bill Schmitt6 min read

Holy Days of Obligation: To Make and Keep Them Holy

Discover the meaning and significance of Holy Days of Obligation in the Catholic Church. Learn how these solemn days connect faith, tradition, & community.
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Magis Center5 min read

What is Happiness? The Four Levels Explained

This short video from Fr. Spitzer answers the question, 'What is happiness? ' and discusses the Four Levels of Happiness.
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Lauren Woodrell5 min read

All Hallows Eve: History, Traditions, and Observations

From its ancient origins to its religious takeover, All Hallows Eve has taken on a life of its own. Learn how many influences inspired the popular holiday.
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Carol Lynn Miller2 min read

St. Pope John Paul II on Why We Need Both Faith and Reason

St. Pope John Paul II’s encyclical on faith and reason addresses the vitally important role of both faith and reason in the pursuit of Truth.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.8 min read

What Inside Out 2 Can Tell Us About Happiness and Virtue

Learn how Inside Out 2 connects happiness and virtues and how joy, gratitude, and kindness can lead to a balanced, meaningful life.
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John Clark10 min read

Where Is Mary Buried?

Though it is a required belief for Catholics, the teaching of the Assumption of Mary has faced significant opposition for many years.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.4 min read

Virtue As A Guide in a Culture Without Shared Values

Explore how shared values and strong moral principles can guide young people through today’s anxiety-ridden culture.
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Purposeful Universe1 min read

Alexander Vilenkin: Did the Universe have a Beginning?

Was there a beginning of the universe? Physicist Dr. Alexander Vilenkin refutes some scientific models that argue for a universe without a beginning.
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