Genevieve Perkins, Author at Catholic-Link https://catholic-link.org/author/genevieve/ Catholic Resources for the New Evangelization Tue, 20 Feb 2024 02:43:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://catholic-link.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/cropped-Catholic-Link_Logo-no-text-32x32.png Genevieve Perkins, Author at Catholic-Link https://catholic-link.org/author/genevieve/ 32 32 Catholic Music Spotlight: Advent Songs With Angelic Voices https://catholic-link.org/advent-songs-catholic-music/ https://catholic-link.org/advent-songs-catholic-music/#respond Wed, 22 Nov 2023 05:12:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=805492 You could listen to Michael Bublé and Mariah Carey to get you in the Christmas spirit. That might get you into a hot cocoa and snow angels mood, but “All I Want for Christmas is You” won’t prepare you for the coming of the Lord, during the Advent season. An alternative to truly prepare for […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/advent-songs-catholic-music/feed/ 0 Should Catholics Implement Gentle Parenting? https://catholic-link.org/gentle-parenting-catholics/ https://catholic-link.org/gentle-parenting-catholics/#respond Mon, 10 Jul 2023 04:56:04 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=804434 When I was posed this question, I didn’t understand it at first. Not because I didn’t know what gentle parenting was. Before my baby was even old enough to have a tantrum, I had over-read and over-researched and exhausted myself reading the least scary parenting advice I could find. This was composed mostly of things […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/gentle-parenting-catholics/feed/ 0 Catholic Music Spotlight: Get To Know The Catholic Artist Behind These Popular Worship Songs https://catholic-link.org/catholic-music-matt-maher/ https://catholic-link.org/catholic-music-matt-maher/#respond Thu, 18 May 2023 08:37:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=804036 His songs are all over Catholic music playlists and Christian and radio stations. This artist has ten albums and has written music for Casting Crowns, Crowder, and Hillsong. Plus, he’s currently touring across the USA (again). He’s a Steinway artist, and nine-time-GRAMMY nominee, three-time-GMA Dove Award winner, and winner of multiple other awards in Canada […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/catholic-music-matt-maher/feed/ 0 Catholic Music Spotlight: Taylor Tripodi Music https://catholic-link.org/catholic-music-taylor-tripodi/ https://catholic-link.org/catholic-music-taylor-tripodi/#respond Wed, 22 Mar 2023 08:48:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=803617 “Christian Singer-Songwriter bringing hope to broken and weary souls.” That’s how Taylor Tripodi’s website describes her, and it is certainly true. One listen to her music, and your soul will be consoled with the gentle, moving music and her equally strong but soothing voice. Talent and mission is why her “Stand in Awe” has over […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/catholic-music-taylor-tripodi/feed/ 0 This Is Your Invitation To Daily Mass https://catholic-link.org/daily-mass-catholic/ https://catholic-link.org/daily-mass-catholic/#respond Mon, 23 Jan 2023 10:53:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=803153 When you love someone, you don’t just hang out with them once a week for Friday night dates. You want to be with them, in person, every moment you can. You don’t need entertainment. You don’t always need to understand each other or even say much. You just want to be with each other. Maybe […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/daily-mass-catholic/feed/ 0 Las Posadas: Advent, Tradition, & Abuela’s Hot Chocolate  https://catholic-link.org/las-posadas-catholic-tradition/ https://catholic-link.org/las-posadas-catholic-tradition/#respond Thu, 15 Dec 2022 09:45:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=801672 Las Posadas is an Advent tradition begun by Hispanic Catholics in the 16th century. Las Posadas means “the Inns,” and like a typical novena lasting nine days, the celebration spans the nine days before Christmas.  Though it does involve knocking on doors and treats, this is not like trick-or-treating at your neighbors or strangers’ houses […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/las-posadas-catholic-tradition/feed/ 0 Why Do These Nuns Spend Four Hours Of Every Day Singing? Sr. Gianna’s Beautiful Explanation https://catholic-link.org/catholic-music-singing-nuns-carmelite-adoration/ https://catholic-link.org/catholic-music-singing-nuns-carmelite-adoration/#respond Wed, 23 Nov 2022 06:02:55 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=801463 What song is stuck in your head when you are trying to go to sleep for the night? What verses are you singing in the shower? You’re probably thinking, “Well, I’m supposed to answer something religious, huh?” But don’t lie. It’s not something you’d hear on a Christian radio station. It’s some children’s show theme […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/catholic-music-singing-nuns-carmelite-adoration/feed/ 0 Catholic Music Spotlight: The Hillbilly Thomists (A Hit Bluegrass Band of Dominican Brothers!) https://catholic-link.org/catholic-music-catholic-band-hillbilly-thomists/ https://catholic-link.org/catholic-music-catholic-band-hillbilly-thomists/#respond Fri, 16 Sep 2022 21:03:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=800394 Catholic Music Spotlight: The Hillbilly Thomists Wearing their white robes, these men of the Order of Preachers do what friars do, while also composing bluegrass music on instruments including but not limited to banjo, fiddle, accordion, and drum set. All that Liturgical chanting must’ve really formed their voices because they are certainly harmonious! These friars of The Hillbilly […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/catholic-music-catholic-band-hillbilly-thomists/feed/ 0 21 People Who Prove That A Life With Down Syndrome Is Worth Living https://catholic-link.org/down-syndrome-pro-life/ https://catholic-link.org/down-syndrome-pro-life/#respond Mon, 02 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=48597 It’s hard to believe that some people actually feel those with Down Syndrome are not as valuable as other people. There was never a doubt in my mind that those with special needs were just as human as the rest of us. Perhaps it was the kindness of my parents, the human dignity teachings I […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/down-syndrome-pro-life/feed/ 0 How To Pray A Pro-life Rosary https://catholic-link.org/how-to-pray-a-pro-life-rosary/ https://catholic-link.org/how-to-pray-a-pro-life-rosary/#respond Fri, 21 Jan 2022 09:59:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=47653 While praying the rosary, offer each mystery and meditate on these short introductory prayers based on the fruits of each mystery with a pro-life focus.  Pro-life Reflections For The Glorious Mysteries (Wednesdays and Sundays) 1.      The Resurrection: John 20:1-29 We pray this decade for the fruit of faith, that in the hearts of […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/how-to-pray-a-pro-life-rosary/feed/ 0 How To Pray For The Unborn https://catholic-link.org/how-to-pray-for-the-unborn/ https://catholic-link.org/how-to-pray-for-the-unborn/#respond Wed, 19 Jan 2022 14:26:41 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=47644 Not only is January the start of a new year, but it is also the perfect month to remind us to pray for the unborn who are at the start of their new life, where we all began our own lives. Furthermore, the traditional devotion for January is the Holy Name of Jesus and His […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/how-to-pray-for-the-unborn/feed/ 0 31 Christmas Presents You Don’t Need To Buy https://catholic-link.org/31-christmas-presents-you-dont-need-to-buy/ https://catholic-link.org/31-christmas-presents-you-dont-need-to-buy/#respond Tue, 14 Dec 2021 05:25:58 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=47120 If you’ve even been in a relationship workshop, like Pre-Cana for engaged couples, you’d heard of the five love languages: physical touch, words of affirmation, acts of service, quality time, and gifts. In our consumerism culture, we tend to rely on gifts, especially around the holidays. As Christians, we know we’re supposed to say, “It’s […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/31-christmas-presents-you-dont-need-to-buy/feed/ 0 December Is Devoted To The Immaculate Conception | Mark Your Calendar https://catholic-link.org/december-is-devoted-to-the-immaculate-conception-mark-your-calendar/ https://catholic-link.org/december-is-devoted-to-the-immaculate-conception-mark-your-calendar/#respond Sat, 27 Nov 2021 22:10:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=35238 Did you know that each month has a traditional Catholic devotion? This year, let’s focus on each devotion month-by-month to grow in our faith and traditions! Make yourself notes, write it on your calendar, and pray a specific prayer each day of the month to remember. You could use a prayer already associated with the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/december-is-devoted-to-the-immaculate-conception-mark-your-calendar/feed/ 0 November Is Devoted To The Souls In Purgatory | Mark Your Calendar! https://catholic-link.org/november-is-devoted-to-the-souls-in-purgatory/ https://catholic-link.org/november-is-devoted-to-the-souls-in-purgatory/#respond Sat, 30 Oct 2021 12:26:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=34878 Did you know that each month has a traditional Catholic devotion? This year, let’s focus on each devotion month-by-month to grow in our faith and traditions! Make yourself notes, write it on your calendar, and pray a specific prayer each day of the month to remember. You could use a prayer already associated with the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/november-is-devoted-to-the-souls-in-purgatory/feed/ 0 October Is Devoted To The Holy Rosary | Mark Your Calendar! https://catholic-link.org/october-is-devoted-to-the-holy-rosary-mark-your-calendar/ https://catholic-link.org/october-is-devoted-to-the-holy-rosary-mark-your-calendar/#respond Thu, 30 Sep 2021 11:03:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=34672 Did you know that each month has a traditional Catholic devotion? This year, let’s focus on each devotion month-by-month to grow in our faith and traditions! Make yourself notes, write it on your calendar, and pray a specific prayer each day of the month to remember. You could use a prayer already associated with the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/october-is-devoted-to-the-holy-rosary-mark-your-calendar/feed/ 0 September Is Devoted To The Seven Sorrows Of Mary | Mark Your Calendar! https://catholic-link.org/september-seven-sorrows-of-mary/ https://catholic-link.org/september-seven-sorrows-of-mary/#respond Mon, 30 Aug 2021 07:17:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=34536 Did you know that each month has a traditional Catholic devotion? This year, let’s focus on each devotion month-by-month to grow in our faith and traditions! Make yourself notes, write it on your calendar, and pray a specific prayer each day of the month to remember. You could use a prayer already associated with the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/september-seven-sorrows-of-mary/feed/ 0 How Catholic Schools Can Create A Pro-life Culture https://catholic-link.org/how-catholic-schools-can-create-a-pro-life-culture/ https://catholic-link.org/how-catholic-schools-can-create-a-pro-life-culture/#respond Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:17:40 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=44153 Creating a pro-life culture is not simply putting up posters during pro-life week or sending a few students to the March for Life. Those things are good, but if that’s all you do, it’s like putting a band-aid on an issue that’s literally life or death and saying, “Whelp, that should do it.” Let’s certainly […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/how-catholic-schools-can-create-a-pro-life-culture/feed/ 0 Here’s Where You Can Find Modest Clothes That Are Actually Cute! https://catholic-link.org/heres-where-you-can-find-modest-clothes-that-actually-cover-even-swimsuits/ https://catholic-link.org/heres-where-you-can-find-modest-clothes-that-actually-cover-even-swimsuits/#respond Mon, 16 Aug 2021 16:59:15 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=44079 The Norwegian women’s handball team chose to wear sporty shorts rather than bikini bottoms and having been fined for it, caused world-wide conversation over sexist sports rules and modesty. Then, German women’s gymnastics wore all-over unitards rather than the popular and expected skimpy gymnast leotard in response. Good for them! What a way to put […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/heres-where-you-can-find-modest-clothes-that-actually-cover-even-swimsuits/feed/ 0 August Is Devoted To The Immaculate Heart Of Mary | Mark Your Calendar! https://catholic-link.org/august-immaculate-heart-of-mary-mark-your-calendar/ https://catholic-link.org/august-immaculate-heart-of-mary-mark-your-calendar/#respond Fri, 30 Jul 2021 04:01:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=34297 Did you know that each month has a traditional Catholic devotion? This year, let’s focus on each devotion month-by-month to grow in our faith and traditions! Make yourself notes, write it on your calendar, and pray a specific prayer each day of the month to remember. You could use a prayer already associated with the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/august-immaculate-heart-of-mary-mark-your-calendar/feed/ 0 July Is Devoted To The Precious Blood Of Jesus | Mark Your Calendar! https://catholic-link.org/july-is-devoted-to-the-precious-blood-of-jesus-mark-your-calendar/ https://catholic-link.org/july-is-devoted-to-the-precious-blood-of-jesus-mark-your-calendar/#respond Wed, 30 Jun 2021 04:02:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=33951 Did you know that each month has a traditional Catholic devotion? This year, let’s focus on each devotion month-by-month to grow in our faith and traditions! Make yourself notes, write it on your calendar, and pray a specific prayer each day of the month to remember. You could use a prayer already associated with the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/july-is-devoted-to-the-precious-blood-of-jesus-mark-your-calendar/feed/ 0 June Is Devoted To The Sacred Heart Of Jesus | Mark Your Calendar! https://catholic-link.org/june-is-devoted-to-the-sacred-heart-of-jesus-mark-your-calendar/ https://catholic-link.org/june-is-devoted-to-the-sacred-heart-of-jesus-mark-your-calendar/#respond Mon, 31 May 2021 03:51:26 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=33816 Did you know that each month has a traditional Catholic devotion? We can focus on each devotion month-by-month to grow in our faith and traditions. Make yourself notes, write them on your calendar, and pray a specific prayer each day of the month to remember. You could use a prayer already associated with the devotion […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/june-is-devoted-to-the-sacred-heart-of-jesus-mark-your-calendar/feed/ 0 20 Things To Remember When Having A Conversation About Abortion https://catholic-link.org/abortion-prolife-conversation/ https://catholic-link.org/abortion-prolife-conversation/#respond Fri, 28 May 2021 14:54:06 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=42173 We often enter conversations carelessly and find ourselves in an argument rather than a real conversation. For extremely controversial topics, such as abortion, conversation is possible—if we remember to speak to others like Jesus would to us. I’ve recently heard someone say that if you love someone, you won’t lie to them. Speaking to someone […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/abortion-prolife-conversation/feed/ 0 May Is Devoted To The Blessed Virgin Mary | Mark Your Calendar! https://catholic-link.org/may-is-devoted-to-the-blessed-virgin-mary-mark-your-calendar/ https://catholic-link.org/may-is-devoted-to-the-blessed-virgin-mary-mark-your-calendar/#respond Thu, 29 Apr 2021 16:03:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=33683 Did you know that the Catholic tradition designates a unique devotion for each month of the year? As we journey through this year, let us take the opportunity to delve into each devotion month-by-month, and strengthen our faith and spiritual heritage! You could jot down reminders, mark your calendar, and commit to reciting a specific […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/may-is-devoted-to-the-blessed-virgin-mary-mark-your-calendar/feed/ 0 El Camino de Santiago: What Is It And Why Is It Important? https://catholic-link.org/el-camino-de-santiago-what-why-important-catholic-saint-james/ https://catholic-link.org/el-camino-de-santiago-what-why-important-catholic-saint-james/#respond Tue, 20 Apr 2021 14:27:07 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=41422 5ks may be all the rave, but would you walk 75 miles? In Europe, through mountains? On something called The Way of St. James? El Camino de Santiago is a 75-mile walking pilgrimage from the Pyrenees to Santiago de Compostela (St. James of the Field of Stars).  Yes, 75 miles on foot. I guess it […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/el-camino-de-santiago-what-why-important-catholic-saint-james/feed/ 0 April Is Devoted To The Blessed Sacrament And The Holy Spirit – Mark Your Calendar! https://catholic-link.org/april-is-devoted-to-the-blessed-sacrament-and-the-holy-spirit-mark-your-calendar/ https://catholic-link.org/april-is-devoted-to-the-blessed-sacrament-and-the-holy-spirit-mark-your-calendar/#respond Tue, 30 Mar 2021 22:56:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=33504 Did you know that each month has a traditional Catholic devotion? This year, let’s focus on each devotion month-by-month to grow in our faith and traditions! Make yourself notes, write them on your calendar, and pray a specific prayer each day of the month to remember. You could use a prayer already associated with the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/april-is-devoted-to-the-blessed-sacrament-and-the-holy-spirit-mark-your-calendar/feed/ 0 Winter Blues: Spiritual Ways To Overcome Them And Why It’s Important To Try https://catholic-link.org/winter-blues-spiritual-catholic-tips/ https://catholic-link.org/winter-blues-spiritual-catholic-tips/#respond Thu, 04 Mar 2021 15:42:10 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=40794 Winter is a beautiful time of year, but it is often when the mundane daily life, cabin fever, and other “winter blues” so to speak, start to take their toll on us. Physically we tend to gain weight, too, and not just as a consequence of holiday feasting. We spend time sitting inside, streaming shows, […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/winter-blues-spiritual-catholic-tips/feed/ 0 Mark Your Calendar: March Is Dedicated To St. Joseph https://catholic-link.org/mark-your-calendar-march-is-dedicated-to-st-joseph/ https://catholic-link.org/mark-your-calendar-march-is-dedicated-to-st-joseph/#respond Sun, 28 Feb 2021 03:29:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=33391 Did you know that each month has a traditional Catholic devotion? This year, let’s focus on each devotion month-by-month to grow in our faith and traditions! Make yourself notes, write it on your calendar, and pray a specific prayer each day of the month to remember. You could use a prayer already associated with the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/mark-your-calendar-march-is-dedicated-to-st-joseph/feed/ 0 7 Things To Do To Distract Yourself When You’re Tempted To Break Your Lenten Fast https://catholic-link.org/7-things-to-do-to-distract-yourself-when-youre-tempted-to-break-your-lenten-fast/ https://catholic-link.org/7-things-to-do-to-distract-yourself-when-youre-tempted-to-break-your-lenten-fast/#respond Fri, 26 Feb 2021 04:08:51 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=39693 I distinctly remember grade school lunches on Fridays. They were conveniently meatless. Then in high school, when Lent arrived, as I bit into my chicken sandwich, I looked up at my other Catholic friend at our table. We realized it was Lent, and we spit out our bite as subtly as possible. Now, not eating […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/7-things-to-do-to-distract-yourself-when-youre-tempted-to-break-your-lenten-fast/feed/ 0 February Is Devoted To The Holy Family | Mark Your Calendar https://catholic-link.org/mark-your-calendar-devote-your-february-to-the-holy-family/ https://catholic-link.org/mark-your-calendar-devote-your-february-to-the-holy-family/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 17:32:34 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=33192 Did you know that each month has a traditional Catholic devotion? This year, let’s focus on each devotion month-by-month to grow in our faith and traditions! Make yourself notes, write them on your calendar, and pray a specific prayer each day of the month to remember. You could use a prayer already associated with the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/mark-your-calendar-devote-your-february-to-the-holy-family/feed/ 0 How To Be A Better Person In The New Year https://catholic-link.org/how-to-be-a-better-person/ https://catholic-link.org/how-to-be-a-better-person/#respond Thu, 07 Jan 2021 04:05:09 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=38943 You can ask that this year is better or you can pray that it’s better, but you should also prepare for it to be better. It’s okay if you didn’t come out stronger from everything you may have gone through, but now is the time to make positive New Year’s resolutions. I’m talking help-you-to-Heaven life […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/how-to-be-a-better-person/feed/ 0 The Catholic Baby Book All Parents Will Love | Book Review https://catholic-link.org/the-catholic-baby-book-all-parents-will-love-book-review/ https://catholic-link.org/the-catholic-baby-book-all-parents-will-love-book-review/#respond Wed, 23 Sep 2020 13:01:37 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=37166 A book with all the milestones you’d want as a Catholic parents? Impossible, you say… But, it does exist, thanks to Kate from Thy Olive Tree! It can be overwhelming how many milestones, photos, and memories you want to record for your children. You could fill in a baby book with blanks in it, record […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/the-catholic-baby-book-all-parents-will-love-book-review/feed/ 0 People Are People, Not Choices…Right? https://catholic-link.org/people-are-people-not-choices-right/ https://catholic-link.org/people-are-people-not-choices-right/#respond Tue, 01 Sep 2020 03:01:55 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=36950 Every action has consequences.  It’s not always a matter of weighing the pros and cons because some choices we consider have a con that should alert us to not look further into the pros. Yet, we still do, trying to justify our actions, our choices. Here in this video produced by https://facesofchoice.org/ in which we […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/people-are-people-not-choices-right/feed/ 0 What We Can Learn About Being ProLife From Sts. Zelie And Louis Martin https://catholic-link.org/what-we-can-learn-about-being-prolife-from-sts-zelie-and-louis-martin/ https://catholic-link.org/what-we-can-learn-about-being-prolife-from-sts-zelie-and-louis-martin/#respond Fri, 10 Jul 2020 03:00:23 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=36678 St. Therese’s parents, as they are most commonly known, are incredible prolife witnesses. They didn’t found the March for Life or repeal laws or establish pregnancy crisis centers, which are all amazing ways to help protect and respect life from conception until a natural death. What Sts. Zelie and Louis Martin did do is live […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/what-we-can-learn-about-being-prolife-from-sts-zelie-and-louis-martin/feed/ 0 A Litany Of Pro-life Saints https://catholic-link.org/a-litany-of-pro-life-saints-for-may/ https://catholic-link.org/a-litany-of-pro-life-saints-for-may/#respond Tue, 05 May 2020 23:03:06 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=36257 Now is a great time to remember that life is precious from conception until natural death and reflect on what we can do to protect each other. Let’s ask for the intercession of these pro-life saints who undoubtedly lived with love for others, respecting their human dignity despite circumstances. The prayers of these saints and […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/a-litany-of-pro-life-saints-for-may/feed/ 0 Dear Men, Don’t Be Afraid To Be Pro-life https://catholic-link.org/dear-men-dont-be-afraid-to-be-pro-life/ https://catholic-link.org/dear-men-dont-be-afraid-to-be-pro-life/#respond Wed, 15 Apr 2020 17:35:07 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=36062 No Uterus No Say Ever heard someone say “No uterus, no say” about abortion? Well, as this video satirizes, this is an actual argument—a very flawed argument trying to support abortion. Though there are other people to whom this may apply, such as women who have had hysterectomies where their uterus is removed, but mostly […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/dear-men-dont-be-afraid-to-be-pro-life/feed/ 0 Want To Be Pro-life? Stop Doing These 10 Things! https://catholic-link.org/pro-life-stop-doing-these-10-things/ https://catholic-link.org/pro-life-stop-doing-these-10-things/#respond Sat, 08 Feb 2020 02:21:05 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=35629 There are many things you can do every day to respect life from conception until natural death—pray, participate in a pro-life organization, volunteer at pregnancy centers, love your family exceptionally, visit hospices, vote in good conscience. I highly encourage your participation in spreading the respect of life from conception until natural death, but whether or […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/pro-life-stop-doing-these-10-things/feed/ 0 50 Reasons To Be Catholic https://catholic-link.org/50-reasons-to-be-catholic/ https://catholic-link.org/50-reasons-to-be-catholic/#respond Mon, 16 Sep 2019 14:41:25 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=34596 The world will attempt to give you infinite reasons not to be Catholic, but in reality, there are infinite reasons to be Catholic. Here are only fifty brief reasons for us Catholics to remember when we are tempted to give in to negativity: 1.      Religion is good. Religion is not the distorted, war-mongering […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/50-reasons-to-be-catholic/feed/ 0 Best Catholic Books For Babies And Young Children https://catholic-link.org/best-catholic-books-for-babies-and-young-children/ https://catholic-link.org/best-catholic-books-for-babies-and-young-children/#respond Mon, 08 Apr 2019 01:22:43 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=33512 It has become more and more difficult to find a book for Catholic children to read. Growing up, I remember the classics, like Guess How Much I Love You, and their messages of love, kindness, and family adventure. Recently, my husband and I have discovered the need to censor certain books for our daughter, even […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/best-catholic-books-for-babies-and-young-children/feed/ 0 5 Lies Abortion Tells Us When It Is Legal https://catholic-link.org/5-lies-abortion-tells-us-when-it-is-legal/ https://catholic-link.org/5-lies-abortion-tells-us-when-it-is-legal/#respond Sat, 09 Mar 2019 02:50:34 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=33358 Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen writes in Life Worth Living, “Nothing ever happens in the world that does not first happen inside human hearts.” Abortion is here because first in society’s hearts we’ve accepted lies and now we are propagating those lies to future generations. Abortion is a hot topic and likely always will be. Hopefully, […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/5-lies-abortion-tells-us-when-it-is-legal/feed/ 0 Devote January To The Holy Name Of Jesus| Catholic Devotions https://catholic-link.org/devout-your-january-to-jesus-holy-name-and-childhood/ https://catholic-link.org/devout-your-january-to-jesus-holy-name-and-childhood/#respond Thu, 03 Jan 2019 05:27:42 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=33014 Did you know that each month has a traditional Catholic devotion? This year, let’s focus on each devotion month-by-month to grow in our faith and traditions! Make yourself notes, write them on your calendar, and pray a specific prayer each day of the month to remember. You could use a prayer already associated with the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/devout-your-january-to-jesus-holy-name-and-childhood/feed/ 0 Trouble with Mary? Rethink Mary And Get Rid Of “Holy Jealousy” https://catholic-link.org/trouble-with-mary-rethink-mary-and-get-rid-of-holy-jealousy/ https://catholic-link.org/trouble-with-mary-rethink-mary-and-get-rid-of-holy-jealousy/#respond Sat, 08 Dec 2018 04:36:41 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=32775 People have all sorts of “Mary problems,” like issues with the titles Catholics give her, with her apparition sites, with her statues in our chapels, or with our dogmas declaring her perpetual virginity, immaculate conception, or assumption into heaven. Those can all be answered with theological apologetics, but on this Marian feast day while you […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/trouble-with-mary-rethink-mary-and-get-rid-of-holy-jealousy/feed/ 0 Gotta Love Millennials – Hilarious Parody, Insightful Commentary! https://catholic-link.org/gotta-love-millennials-hilarious-parody-insightful-commentary/ https://catholic-link.org/gotta-love-millennials-hilarious-parody-insightful-commentary/#respond Mon, 29 Oct 2018 18:43:31 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=32554 Bashing millennials is a popular pastime. Diamond, housing, retails, or other industry tanking? Millennials are too addicted to the internet. Person you disagree with elected into a political position? Those darn voting youth! Tide pod challenge fiasco? Dumb youngsters deserved it. Increased mental illness? Definitely, only the younger than forty crowd to blame. Why are […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/gotta-love-millennials-hilarious-parody-insightful-commentary/feed/ 0 Ten Reasons To LOVE Tradition https://catholic-link.org/ten-reasons-to-love-tradition/ https://catholic-link.org/ten-reasons-to-love-tradition/#respond Thu, 04 Oct 2018 20:15:45 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=32101 Archaic. Backward. Ignorant. That’s what some people think of tradition. They outright reject it purely for the sake of rejecting it, but that’s as bad as following tradition without knowing what makes each tradition so wonderful. When I hear tradition, I either lovingly think of my Catholic faith or have Fiddler on the Roof songs […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/ten-reasons-to-love-tradition/feed/ 0 A Comprehensive List Of Catholic Podcasts For Every Interest https://catholic-link.org/a-comprehensive-list-of-catholic-podcasts-for-every-interest/ https://catholic-link.org/a-comprehensive-list-of-catholic-podcasts-for-every-interest/#respond Wed, 12 Sep 2018 03:48:47 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=32098 Hipster, scholarly, or humorous? Prayer guide, liturgical interest, or practical advice? Masculine, feminine, coffee, or diapers? All of the above? Whatever you’re looking for, there is a Catholic crowd that relates and probably have a podcast about it. No joke—there’s even one about changing the world with diapers! Catholicism is transformative and radical because of […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/a-comprehensive-list-of-catholic-podcasts-for-every-interest/feed/ 0 The Intercession of a Saint: How St. Joseph Moved Us Across the Country and Back https://catholic-link.org/intercession-st-joseph/ https://catholic-link.org/intercession-st-joseph/#respond Fri, 24 Aug 2018 03:42:28 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=31431 Asking for a saint’s help never seemed odd to me growing up. It was like asking friends or family to pray for me. In fact, it is asking friends and family to pray for me. God wishes to help His children grow strong and help each other. He didn’t make us to passively walk the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/intercession-st-joseph/feed/ 0 Clean Comedy: 5 Ways To Find Clean, But Still Fun, Humor And Entertainment https://catholic-link.org/clean-comedy-yes-clean-yes-still-funny/ https://catholic-link.org/clean-comedy-yes-clean-yes-still-funny/#respond Mon, 02 Jul 2018 12:56:05 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=31420 You don’t need to risk a lengthy Confession to have a good time. But, you also don’t need to force laughter at so-called “clean comedy” that isn’t actually funny to you. “Serve the Lord with laughter,” St. Pio says! The older generations seem to have the class about their comedy whereas our claims to comedian […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/clean-comedy-yes-clean-yes-still-funny/feed/ 0 An Open Letter To My Baptized Infant https://catholic-link.org/open-letter-infant-baptized/ https://catholic-link.org/open-letter-infant-baptized/#respond Thu, 21 Jun 2018 08:53:20 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=31340 Dear Child,  My parents baptized me three months after I was born. I don’t remember it. I wasn’t asked if I wanted to be baptized or not, nor would I have been able to understand or respond. And, I’m grateful that they did. We decided to do the same for you. We carefully chose godparents […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/open-letter-infant-baptized/feed/ 0 A Step By Step Guide To Detoxing Your Soul https://catholic-link.org/guide-detox-soul/ https://catholic-link.org/guide-detox-soul/#respond Tue, 12 Jun 2018 22:49:56 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=31233 Many of us would sooner eat a kale smoothie than go to Confession. Why? Because we value physical health, the kind of health that everyone can see, over spiritual health, which often involves admitting we did something wrong and need to change our habits or attitude. It seems like more and more people on social […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/guide-detox-soul/feed/ 0 What Did Dog Training Teach Me About The Spiritual Life? https://catholic-link.org/dog-training-spiritual-life/ https://catholic-link.org/dog-training-spiritual-life/#respond Wed, 11 Apr 2018 15:56:17 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=30351 Everyone thought he was just a cute and cuddly dog, a homeless mutt, who sat shyly in his little kennel corner. He seemed gentle, submissive, and in need of a walk outside the animal shelter where he waited a home. I volunteered to walk him, hoping he’d benefit from the company and fresh air. One […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/dog-training-spiritual-life/feed/ 0 Do You Have Too Much Stuff? What The Minimalism Movement Has To Do With Purgatory https://catholic-link.org/too-much-stuff-minimalism-movement-purgatory/ https://catholic-link.org/too-much-stuff-minimalism-movement-purgatory/#respond Thu, 22 Mar 2018 22:29:47 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=30086 The minimalist movement is a refreshing trend in modern society. It’s a turning away from the mentality of Madonna’s “Material Girl” and turning towards a less wasteful, less consumerist mentality. Some are more extreme about it than others. This movement can manifest itself in the trendy tiny houses, getting rid of extra social media accounts, […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/too-much-stuff-minimalism-movement-purgatory/feed/ 0 Why Do Catholics Have More Books Of The Bible? https://catholic-link.org/disputed-bible-books-guide/ https://catholic-link.org/disputed-bible-books-guide/#respond Tue, 06 Mar 2018 23:00:25 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=29766 Catholics have 73 books of the Bible; Protestants have 66. Christians are sometimes wholly unaware that this difference exists, completely misled as to why there is a difference, or confident that their particular canon of books is undoubtedly the original. No, these books are NOT gnostic gospels you may have heard about. Catholics don’t have […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/disputed-bible-books-guide/feed/ 0 Old Guys In Funny Outfits? NO! The Righteous Origins & Mission Of The Knights Of Columbus https://catholic-link.org/pancake-slinging-old-guys-in-funny-outfits-no-the-righteous-origins-mission-of-the-knights-of-columbus/ https://catholic-link.org/pancake-slinging-old-guys-in-funny-outfits-no-the-righteous-origins-mission-of-the-knights-of-columbus/#respond Tue, 16 Jan 2018 20:05:53 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=28856 If you attend a parish blessed with a Knights of Columbus council, you have probably tasted their delicious pancakes. You may have even had a Tootsie Roll they sell to raise money for charity. But, do you think that’s all they do? Just pancakes and Tootsie Rolls? Who Are The Knights Of Columbus?  As the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/pancake-slinging-old-guys-in-funny-outfits-no-the-righteous-origins-mission-of-the-knights-of-columbus/feed/ 0 2017 Catholic News Wrap-Up: What Was God Trying to Tell Us This Year? https://catholic-link.org/2017-news-wrap-up/ https://catholic-link.org/2017-news-wrap-up/#respond Fri, 29 Dec 2017 15:57:48 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=28273 Goodbye, 2017! Another year is over, and what does it mean for you and your relationship with God? Did you grow better?… or bitter? Mostly we see hate, controversy, and reasons to remove ourselves from the public sphere in retreat. But we are not called to run away from the troubles of the world. Rather, […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/2017-news-wrap-up/feed/ 0 12 Ideas To Celebrate All 12 Days Of Christmas! https://catholic-link.org/celebrate-all-twelve-days-of-christmas/ https://catholic-link.org/celebrate-all-twelve-days-of-christmas/#respond Fri, 29 Dec 2017 14:17:28 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=28244 We’re not just happy that Jesus was born on December 25. We’re always happy about His coming while we look forward to His second coming! It might only be one time a year that we focus on His birth, specifically, but it’s something we always hold in our hearts. During this Christmas season, let’s not […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/celebrate-all-twelve-days-of-christmas/feed/ 0 Christmas Gift Ideas For The Priest Or Seminarian In Your Life! https://catholic-link.org/gift-ideas-for-priest-seminarian/ https://catholic-link.org/gift-ideas-for-priest-seminarian/#respond Mon, 11 Dec 2017 20:53:37 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=28082 We know we can always count on our priests to be present at Mass and all the liturgical celebrations around the holidays. We watch the deacon assist during sacraments and parish life. We proudly acknowledge the hard work and preparation seminarians undergo for the future of the Church. But, what do we do for the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/gift-ideas-for-priest-seminarian/feed/ 0 5 Ways To Low-Key Evangelize Any Crowd https://catholic-link.org/5-ways-low-key-evangelize/ https://catholic-link.org/5-ways-low-key-evangelize/#respond Fri, 24 Nov 2017 15:38:10 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=27091 To evangelize you don’t always need to follow in the footsteps of the St. Francis or St. Irenaeus, who purposefully tried to become martyrs, or Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen, who had a very popular television show as the first televangelist. You don’t need to be famous or loud or the pope to evangelize. You just […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/5-ways-low-key-evangelize/feed/ 0 Are You Prepared To Face Persecution? https://catholic-link.org/face-persecution-thought-experiment/ https://catholic-link.org/face-persecution-thought-experiment/#respond Mon, 20 Nov 2017 22:09:04 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=27553 Did you ever wish that the The Sound of Music was real? The heroes /heroines, the nuns saving lives, the incredible family? Did it inspire endless daydreams about what you would do if you’d lived in Europe during WWII? The musical was based on the book Sound of Music written by Maria von Trapp and […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/face-persecution-thought-experiment/feed/ 0 Can You Decode the Da Vinci Code? (Quiz) https://catholic-link.org/can-you-decode-da-vinci-code-quiz/ https://catholic-link.org/can-you-decode-da-vinci-code-quiz/#respond Fri, 25 Aug 2017 17:38:20 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=23210 A popular fictional book and movie, The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown follows a Harvard symbologist through a series of chaotic clues, uncovering a supposed 2,000-year old conspiracy—the Holy Grail is really the blood descendant of Christ and Mary Magdalene. In the story Christ’s descendants ended up as royalty in France and the character […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/can-you-decode-da-vinci-code-quiz/feed/ 0 13 Ways To Share Your Faith In School https://catholic-link.org/13-ways-faith-public-school/ https://catholic-link.org/13-ways-faith-public-school/#respond Fri, 18 Aug 2017 01:32:20 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=23060 Back to school! Now is the time for endless school supply sales and thinking of cooler weather. As happy as the commercials make it seem, school can be full of negative experiences for many people. Like the video below shows, students struggle with rules, expectations, and balancing respect for authority and trying to tell the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/13-ways-faith-public-school/feed/ 0 25 Ways To Be A Great Long-Distance Godparent https://catholic-link.org/25-ways-long-distance-godparent/ https://catholic-link.org/25-ways-long-distance-godparent/#respond Tue, 13 Jun 2017 18:12:10 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=21828 So you’re a godparent? Congratulations! But, your beloved godchild lives miles away… how will you ever have a strong spiritual mentorship to him or her? Well, God, the Father lives in Heaven and His love still surrounds us constantly. Through Him all things are truly possible, even with the obstacle of distance. Your godparent-godchild relationship […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/25-ways-long-distance-godparent/feed/ 0 Let’s Talk About How Great Medieval Europe Was: The Dark Ages https://catholic-link.org/medieval-europe-dark-ages-not-dark/ https://catholic-link.org/medieval-europe-dark-ages-not-dark/#respond Thu, 08 Jun 2017 16:30:02 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=21736 “Who is more civilized?” asks Anthony Esolen, distinguished professor of Classics (and inaugural Fellow of the new Center for the Restoration of Catholic Culture at Thomas More College). He’s urging us to think about today’s society in comparison to that of the so-called “Dark Ages,” and what he has to say will undoubtedly surprise you! […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/medieval-europe-dark-ages-not-dark/feed/ 0 Your Ultimate Pentecost Playlist https://catholic-link.org/ultimate-pentecost-playlist-2017/ https://catholic-link.org/ultimate-pentecost-playlist-2017/#respond Sat, 03 Jun 2017 02:54:41 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=21646 It’s time to celebrate our Church’s birthday, the day of the Descent of the Holy Spirit (See Acts 2:1-22; 1 Corinthians 12:3-13; John 10:19-23)! We celebrate Pentecost this Sunday! After Jesus’ Resurrection and Ascension, He did not leave us alone. He founded the Church by giving Peter (the rock, our first pope) the Keys to […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/ultimate-pentecost-playlist-2017/feed/ 0 How To Handle An Inquisition About The Inquisition https://catholic-link.org/how-to-handle-inquisition/ https://catholic-link.org/how-to-handle-inquisition/#respond Tue, 30 May 2017 19:07:49 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=21547 Have you been questioned about the Inquisition? Maybe it’s time we Catholics prepare ourselves to dismantle false premises, rather than being caught on the back foot. One of the wonderful things about being Catholic is all the weird, random, and sometimes jagged questions people ask you about your faith. It might send you to odd […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/how-to-handle-inquisition/feed/ 0 Five Seconds of Awkward That Could Save Lives (and Souls!) https://catholic-link.org/five-seconds-awkward-save-souls/ https://catholic-link.org/five-seconds-awkward-save-souls/#respond Mon, 08 May 2017 12:54:24 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=20872 You might remember her from Dancing with the Stars or follow her on YouTube. In this video, Sadie Robertson, a Duck Dynasty family member, explains why “five seconds of awkward” saves lives. But, five seconds of awkward is worth it! Her five simple circumstances where five seconds of awkward could save your life are great […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/five-seconds-awkward-save-souls/feed/ 0 7 Easter Traditions To Celebrate All Seven Weeks Of Easter https://catholic-link.org/easter-traditions-help-celebrate-seven-weeks-easter/ https://catholic-link.org/easter-traditions-help-celebrate-seven-weeks-easter/#respond Thu, 20 Apr 2017 00:39:23 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=20531 Most people can tell you that Lent is 40 days, but how long is Easter? One day? Yes, Easter Sunday is one day, but do you know how long the season of Easter really is? Seven weeks. Think about that. Do you celebrate Easter one day, one weekend, all season, or with your entire life? […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/easter-traditions-help-celebrate-seven-weeks-easter/feed/ 0 “13 Reasons Why” And Suicide Prevention And Compassion For Struggling Teens https://catholic-link.org/13-reasons-conversations-compassion-teens/ https://catholic-link.org/13-reasons-conversations-compassion-teens/#respond Sun, 09 Apr 2017 19:47:00 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=20401 Viewer beware: This Netflix series contains language, scenes of rape, normalization of same-sex romance, teen partying, graphic suicide, assault, and substance abuse. It does not depict a healthy teen culture and in fact contributes to a culture of toxicity, even where it does treat the high school experience honestly. We at Catholic-Link do not and […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/13-reasons-conversations-compassion-teens/feed/ 0 3 Things Christians Should Know About The Crusades https://catholic-link.org/3-things-crusades/ https://catholic-link.org/3-things-crusades/#respond Thu, 30 Mar 2017 15:51:19 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=20211 “But the Crusades… Christians in the Crusades did such-and-such… Terrorists? Well, if the Crusades hadn’t happened… The Catholic Church is hypocritical—just look at the Crusades… Your Church started the holy war first…” Doesn’t it feel like you’re being attacked sometimes? There was a time when knights with red crosses were revered and people praised them. […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/3-things-crusades/feed/ 0 6 Reasons The World Needs You To Follow Your Dreams https://catholic-link.org/wonderfully-made-follow-dreams/ https://catholic-link.org/wonderfully-made-follow-dreams/#respond Tue, 28 Mar 2017 13:33:03 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=20164 “Follow your dreams!” the world tells us when we are young, but as we grow up, we learn that living our dream is not only hard, it’s also often criticized. Especially dreams involving radical vows in a religious order, low-income paychecks at a non-profit, or counter-cultural pursuits leave others questioning your sanity. Society doesn’t always […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/wonderfully-made-follow-dreams/feed/ 0 “But I’m Too Shy To Evangelize…” THINK AGAIN! Jesus Still Calls You to Bring Souls to His Church https://catholic-link.org/shy-evangelize-spiritual-works-mercy/ https://catholic-link.org/shy-evangelize-spiritual-works-mercy/#respond Wed, 15 Mar 2017 14:39:53 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=19933 If I were a dwarf in Snow White, I’d be Bashful—not knowing what to say or when to speak and even forgetting how to utter a sound. In today’s video, Fr. Mike Schmitz claims that he is shy as well, but, as you can see, he doesn’t shy away from evangelizing. Fr. Schmitz cites Pope […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/shy-evangelize-spiritual-works-mercy/feed/ 0 5 Blesseds Every Catholic (Especially Young People) Should Get To Know https://catholic-link.org/5-blesseds-every-young-catholic-know/ https://catholic-link.org/5-blesseds-every-young-catholic-know/#respond Thu, 23 Feb 2017 16:56:55 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=19619 How often have you met a young adult and thought “Wow, they are so holy”… or looked to them as an inspiration and example for your own faith? Teens and young adults, especially those in high school or college, are notoriously stereotyped as the opposite of saintly, but there are multiple righteous examples of young […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/5-blesseds-every-young-catholic-know/feed/ 0 No, NFP Is NOT “Catholic Birth Control” https://catholic-link.org/nfp-not-catholic-birth-control/ https://catholic-link.org/nfp-not-catholic-birth-control/#respond Tue, 17 Jan 2017 03:55:08 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=18959 If the pope had his own grocery store, the aisle labelled “family planning” wouldn’t contain pills or condoms or other contraceptives like most do. It would contain thermometers and charts. Likewise, if the pope was a doctor, he wouldn’t prescribe contraceptives to prevent pregnancies or perform surgeries to sterilize patients. Instead, he would probably study […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/nfp-not-catholic-birth-control/feed/ 0 15 News Stories that Impacted Catholics in 2016 https://catholic-link.org/15-news-stories-that-impacted-catholics-in-2016/ https://catholic-link.org/15-news-stories-that-impacted-catholics-in-2016/#respond Mon, 26 Dec 2016 23:23:08 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=18693   Take some time to reflect on these events from 2016 with your spouse, family, prayer group, or friends for a better understanding of how they have affected your lives and faith. (Click on the hyperlinks to see related videos or news articles.) 15 News Stories that Impacted Catholics in 2016       SYRIAN REFUGEES It’s difficult […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/15-news-stories-that-impacted-catholics-in-2016/feed/ 0 Moana: An Example Of Self-Knowledge And Selfless Heroism https://catholic-link.org/moana-a-worthwhile-example-of-self-knowledge-and-selfless-heroism/ https://catholic-link.org/moana-a-worthwhile-example-of-self-knowledge-and-selfless-heroism/#respond Sat, 17 Dec 2016 04:19:06 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=18596 Most of us are well versed in the typical Disney princess movie: Prince Charming, Damsel-in-distress, sleeping-spells, dragons, and evil witches. Belle’s bravery, Snow White’s friendliness, and Cinderella’s well-rewarded hard work aren’t diminished by the fact that they ended up with a handsome prince, but is “happily ever after” only possible with that storyline? In 2013, […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/moana-a-worthwhile-example-of-self-knowledge-and-selfless-heroism/feed/ 0 How This Cynic Came to Appreciate Christian Music (even the cheesy kind) https://catholic-link.org/cynic-appreciate-christian-music/ https://catholic-link.org/cynic-appreciate-christian-music/#comments Fri, 09 Dec 2016 10:38:28 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=18449 Christian music lyrics seemed to be overly simplistic and unoriginal. It was odd to be a Christian that didn’t like Christian music. Or even understand it. But, honestly, I was a Christian music cynic. I wanted something more than just the same line over and over again. If you are one of those people who […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/cynic-appreciate-christian-music/feed/ 1 The Cubs Taught Us All A Lesson About Hope https://catholic-link.org/cubs-taught-lesson-hope/ https://catholic-link.org/cubs-taught-lesson-hope/#respond Sat, 03 Dec 2016 01:58:36 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=18420 “There is a season for everything, a time for every occupation under heaven.” Ecc. 3:1 For the Chicago Cubs, it is the season for rejoicing. A historical moment occurred as the World Series entered the 10th inning of the deciding game that began on November 2, 2016. Almost eliminated after losing three games, the Cubs […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/cubs-taught-lesson-hope/feed/ 0 These Two Men Decided To Workout With Prisoners For A Week https://catholic-link.org/two-men-workout-prison/ https://catholic-link.org/two-men-workout-prison/#respond Wed, 16 Nov 2016 04:06:35 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=18032 One of the most striking scenes in the movie Courageous is when a police officer visits a young man in prison. This young man formerly flirted with the officer’s daughter and was arrested for involvement with violent drug dealers. The officer wasn’t there to scold or lecture the young man; he was there to teach […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/two-men-workout-prison/feed/ 0 8 Things to Ask Yourself When Cleaning Your Closet https://catholic-link.org/cleaning-closet-year-of-mercy/ https://catholic-link.org/cleaning-closet-year-of-mercy/#respond Wed, 12 Oct 2016 03:33:17 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=17478 “If you don’t love it, you won’t wear it,” my mother always advises in fitting rooms. She doesn’t mean that I have to “love” clothes the same way that I love people. I wouldn’t sacrifice myself for a pair of jeans as I would for my family. She means that if I don’t feel wonderful wearing […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/cleaning-closet-year-of-mercy/feed/ 0 10 Ideas To Make Feeding The Hungry An Act Of Mercy https://catholic-link.org/feed-hungry-mercy/ https://catholic-link.org/feed-hungry-mercy/#respond Fri, 02 Sep 2016 03:47:50 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=16642 Recently, my parents and I were away for the weekend for vacation. When we walked into our house Sunday afternoon, it smelled horrible in our kitchen. There was a strange pool of liquid, and I saw pinkish-red splatter all over the sticky floor. While we stared at the scene, wondering what had happened in two […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/feed-hungry-mercy/feed/ 0 The Secret to Buying Happiness https://catholic-link.org/giving-alms-secret-buying-happiness/ https://catholic-link.org/giving-alms-secret-buying-happiness/#respond Thu, 18 Aug 2016 01:34:15 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=16378 Money can buy happiness? As Fr. Mike Schmitz points out, yes, money actually can buy happiness if you spend it on other people. Spending money on other people can “buy happiness” because it doesn’t have to do with the money—it has to do with gratitude, sharing, charity, helping others meet their needs, surprising someone with […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/giving-alms-secret-buying-happiness/feed/ 0 What it Means to “Give Drink to the Thirsty” in the Year of Mercy https://catholic-link.org/give-drink-thirsty/ https://catholic-link.org/give-drink-thirsty/#respond Sun, 17 Jul 2016 03:14:13 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=15700 Remember the refreshing feel of that ice cold drink of water after you mowed the lawn or ran a marathon or woke up realizing you are thirsty beyond compare? At times, nothing else can really satisfy us like a glass of clear, pure, clean water. God has provided us the freshest source of renewal we […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/give-drink-thirsty/feed/ 0 In this Year of Mercy, How Can You Visit the Sick? https://catholic-link.org/year-mercy-project-visit-sick/ https://catholic-link.org/year-mercy-project-visit-sick/#respond Fri, 08 Jul 2016 03:35:57 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=15576 “Would you be able to donate blood this week?” a lady asked over the phone. “We’re trying to prepare for any potential accidents over Fourth of July weekend.” I was impressed with the blood center’s pragmatic preparations, but I also found it amusing that while everyone else—myself included—was ready for reunions, fireworks, and hotdogs, people […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/year-mercy-project-visit-sick/feed/ 0 The Do’s And Don’ts When It Comes To Helping The Poor https://catholic-link.org/the-dos-and-donts-when-it-comes-to-helping-the-poor/ https://catholic-link.org/the-dos-and-donts-when-it-comes-to-helping-the-poor/#respond Fri, 03 Jun 2016 03:29:23 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=15142 We’re already halfway through the Year of Mercy, a time when the Church (that’s us!) is invited to discover God’s mercy for ourselves, as well as for those around us. Pope Francis has been very clear on the importance of this and has encouraged us to  “assist others by communicating God’s love and mercy through […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/the-dos-and-donts-when-it-comes-to-helping-the-poor/feed/ 0 8 Ways To Have Dinner Together As A Family…And Why You Should! https://catholic-link.org/who-would-you-like-to-have-dinner-with/ https://catholic-link.org/who-would-you-like-to-have-dinner-with/#respond Mon, 04 Apr 2016 23:42:06 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=14026  If you could bring anyone for dinner, dead or alive, who would it be? This isn’t a quiz, so there is no ultimate correct answer. You don’t need to say Jesus just because you are in a youth group, or a famous historical figure just because you want to sound smart. You don’t even need […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/who-would-you-like-to-have-dinner-with/feed/ 0 God Does More Than Just Erase Our Regrets, He Makes All Things New https://catholic-link.org/god-does-more-than-just-erase-our-regrets-he-makes-all-things-new/ https://catholic-link.org/god-does-more-than-just-erase-our-regrets-he-makes-all-things-new/#respond Mon, 07 Mar 2016 03:29:37 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=13504 As you will see in today’s video, chances not taken or dreams not chased often make up our regrets in life. Our heads spin with “what if” questions and “if only” hypotheses. But, are regrets simply supposed to plague us at night when we are trying to sleep? Or can they be transformed into something […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/god-does-more-than-just-erase-our-regrets-he-makes-all-things-new/feed/ 0 Do We Treat The Elderly Like Our Junk Mail? https://catholic-link.org/do-we-treat-the-elderly-like-our-junk-mail/ https://catholic-link.org/do-we-treat-the-elderly-like-our-junk-mail/#respond Sat, 27 Feb 2016 02:59:10 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=13361 What do you do on the weekends? Host a party? Play a sport? Visit friends while you take a road trip? You’d probably never guess how Mary spends her weekends. Watch the video below to find out. If you want to spend your weekend like Mary, first get your junk mail. Then, strip it, cut it […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/do-we-treat-the-elderly-like-our-junk-mail/feed/ 0 Meet The Monk Who Says “I often thank God that He let me be blinded…” https://catholic-link.org/meet-the-monk-who-says-i-often-thank-god-that-he-let-me-be-blinded/ https://catholic-link.org/meet-the-monk-who-says-i-often-thank-god-that-he-let-me-be-blinded/#respond Thu, 28 Jan 2016 04:35:04 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=12773 Poor Oedipus. If you don’t know the classic story of the king who accidentally married his mother and blinds himself, I’d be surprised. Many deep ponderings can be taken out of this story about fate, truth, control, and free will, but what about that self-blinding? It’s horrific! But not the most horrific thing that a […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/meet-the-monk-who-says-i-often-thank-god-that-he-let-me-be-blinded/feed/ 0 Who Will Stop The Bullying? https://catholic-link.org/are-you-adult-enough-to-stop-bullying-watch-how-these-adults-respond-in-the-video/ https://catholic-link.org/are-you-adult-enough-to-stop-bullying-watch-how-these-adults-respond-in-the-video/#respond Fri, 15 Jan 2016 04:50:55 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=12540 As believers and followers of the Prince of Peace, we are all called to bring peace to the world around us. Start by respecting each person you encounter, especially when others are not showing that respect. The Catechism paragraph 2507 teaches us, “Respect for the reputation and honor of persons forbids all detraction and calumny […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/are-you-adult-enough-to-stop-bullying-watch-how-these-adults-respond-in-the-video/feed/ 0 How Do You React When Someone Says, “You’re Beautiful”? https://catholic-link.org/how-do-people-respond-when-told-they-are-beautiful/ https://catholic-link.org/how-do-people-respond-when-told-they-are-beautiful/#respond Fri, 08 Jan 2016 01:35:44 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=12527 Dictionaries try to define beauty, but they can only provide vague glances at the truth. Instead of dictionary definitions, beauty is more accurately described with examples: Mother Mary is beautiful, love is beautiful, a perfect sky is beautiful, a symphony is beautiful, and you are beautiful. Do you disagree? You’ve probably overheard that you are […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/how-do-people-respond-when-told-they-are-beautiful/feed/ 0 Overwhelmed: What to do When You’re Paralyzed By Your To-Do List https://catholic-link.org/how-to-get-your-to-do-list-done/ https://catholic-link.org/how-to-get-your-to-do-list-done/#respond Mon, 14 Dec 2015 13:18:49 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=12167 Have you ever been so overwhelmed that you just took a nap? Memes on Facebook, Pinterest, and other social media sites reflect this common experience. Many people, it appears, default to napping when overwhelmed, but is napping really the answer? Father Mike Schmitz of Ascension Presents has been overwhelmed, too. In this video, Fr. Schmitz […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/how-to-get-your-to-do-list-done/feed/ 0 Catholic, College Life, And Halloween: Tips For Keeping It Holy https://catholic-link.org/halloween-party-tips-for-catholic-college-students/ https://catholic-link.org/halloween-party-tips-for-catholic-college-students/#respond Fri, 30 Oct 2015 14:14:19 +0000 https://catholic-link.org/?p=11271 To celebrate Halloween or not to celebrate Halloween? There’s nothing heretical or sinful about wearing a costume – assuming that it is modest and doesn’t incite imprudent behavior, of course. Having a couple of drinks if you are of drinking age or carving pumpkins are also harmless social activities, and who doesn’t enjoy a bit […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/halloween-party-tips-for-catholic-college-students/feed/ 0 Three Questions Catholics Should Ask Before Telling A Joke https://catholic-link.org/snarky-sarcastic-or-hilarious-how-does-your-humor-make-others-feel/ https://catholic-link.org/snarky-sarcastic-or-hilarious-how-does-your-humor-make-others-feel/#respond Wed, 23 Sep 2015 14:54:21 +0000 http://en.catholic-link.com/?p=10422 Maybe you’re the class clown, storyteller, or the dry humor sort. We all have our own taste in humor. I admit that lately I have favored “punny” jokes. Guess how many people laugh at my Catholic jokes? …Nun. Whichever flavor of humor you enjoy the most, when you laugh, you’re in good company – the […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/snarky-sarcastic-or-hilarious-how-does-your-humor-make-others-feel/feed/ 0 Will Technology Ruin This Generation? https://catholic-link.org/will-technology-ruin-this-generation/ https://catholic-link.org/will-technology-ruin-this-generation/#respond Fri, 04 Sep 2015 15:06:51 +0000 http://en.catholic-link.com/?p=9988 Many companies are choosing to use advertising dollars to get across an uplifting message in addition to promoting their products. Viewers find a break from the onslaught of advertisements with a chance to think about an important social issue. In the ad we feature below Nature Valley asks three generations the same question: What did […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/will-technology-ruin-this-generation/feed/ 0 How Do You Respond To the Homeless? https://catholic-link.org/how-do-you-respond-to-the-homeless/ https://catholic-link.org/how-do-you-respond-to-the-homeless/#respond Thu, 20 Aug 2015 15:30:14 +0000 http://en.catholic-link.com/?p=9702 Have you ever given a homeless man money and wondered what he did with it? Have you ever stopped yourself from giving because of this hesitation? The idea that a homeless man or woman might be using your money for drugs, alcohol, or other things you wouldn’t want is no excuse for withholding Christian charity. […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/how-do-you-respond-to-the-homeless/feed/ 0 7 Ways To Be A Godparent | Catholic-Link.org https://catholic-link.org/how-to-be-a-godparent/ https://catholic-link.org/how-to-be-a-godparent/#respond Tue, 04 Aug 2015 20:58:30 +0000 http://en.catholic-link.com/?p=9553 When we are baptized, a special pair of adults are chosen in addition to our parents to be our spiritual guides. Personally, my godparents go above and beyond the call in their commitment to this vital role in a child’s life. I’ve watched how they love unconditionally, treat others with respect, and talk openly with me […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/how-to-be-a-godparent/feed/ 0 How Do We Love Those Who Oppose Us? https://catholic-link.org/how-do-we-love-those-who-oppose-us/ https://catholic-link.org/how-do-we-love-those-who-oppose-us/#respond Wed, 29 Jul 2015 20:51:52 +0000 http://en.catholic-link.com/?p=9468 It can seem easier to keep everyone happy by agreeing with the majority. We earn praise, or at least avoid trouble, when we’re on board with popular opinion. On the flip side, actually disagreeing, even politely, can draw all kinds of pressure to change our minds.  Our peers may even go as far as to […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/how-do-we-love-those-who-oppose-us/feed/ 0 What To Wear To Mass: The Importance Of Dressing For The Occasion https://catholic-link.org/the-importance-of-dressing-for-the-occasion-what-to-wear-to-mass/ https://catholic-link.org/the-importance-of-dressing-for-the-occasion-what-to-wear-to-mass/#respond Thu, 23 Jul 2015 17:16:34 +0000 http://en.catholic-link.com/?p=9394 People have become more casual when dressing for mass. Jeans and t-shirts replace what had been the Sunday best – dresses, formal outfits, and suits complete with ties and nice shoes. Still, we learn, he makes it a point to put on a suit jacket, so he can show respect for the Mass while also […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/the-importance-of-dressing-for-the-occasion-what-to-wear-to-mass/feed/ 0 LifeTeen presents “Youth MinisTinder” – The Dating App Catholics Have Been Waiting For https://catholic-link.org/five-signs-your-relationship-is-going-nowhere/ https://catholic-link.org/five-signs-your-relationship-is-going-nowhere/#respond Tue, 07 Jul 2015 18:27:28 +0000 http://en.catholic-link.com/?p=9246 April Fools! We couldn’t resist joining in on the fun of this clever joke from Lifeteen.  I know more than a few people that would love for an app like this to be created! This funny and creative video really makes you stop to think about what we are looking for in our relationships. It’s […]

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]]> https://catholic-link.org/five-signs-your-relationship-is-going-nowhere/feed/ 0 What Does The Movie “The Mission” Teach Us About Evangelizing? https://catholic-link.org/the-mission-teach-us-about-evangelizing/ https://catholic-link.org/the-mission-teach-us-about-evangelizing/#respond Mon, 22 Jun 2015 16:19:19 +0000 http://en.catholic-link.com/?p=9001 Evangelists? Aren’t those judgmental people who yell that you’re always sinning? Or that uber-Christian kid from high school that says one thing and does the other? This video clip from the movie The Mission illustrates a different perspective. Evangelizing doesn’t mean forcing Christ on others? Nope, that’s an unfortunate stereotype. The Jesuit priest in this […]

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