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Popes have shaped the Church and have changed the world. We'll close out this series with a look at some important figures in the long and colorful history of the papacy, including Gregory VII, Benedict XIV, and Pius XI.
What are the powers (and limits) of the pope as the Church's supreme legislator and steward of Church Tradition?
There's no way around it: we live in a hyper-sensationalized world. But viewing the papacy through this lens isn't just anachronistic--it's spiritually disquieting.
Bishop of Rome. Successor of Peter. Vicar of Christ. Serving as the pope is a unique and remarkable responsibility.
A lot has to happen to get from "sede vacante" to "Habemus Papam." In this video, we examine how the conclave has evolved over history, the role of the college of Cardinals, and the work of the Holy Spirit in this historic process.
Much of Catholic social thought begins with the family. This is why, claims Fr. Hugh, that education must take place in (and support the efforts of) the family.
Since the Enlightenment and the Revolutions it fostered, the Church has navigated a treacherous and sterile social and intellectual landscape. Through it all, Education has remained a chief concern.
Fr. Hugh and Fr. Ambrose shared their reflections on why this particular feast is so dear to our community and how it can be summed up in one word—beauty.
We can do a lot for those who have died - at their funerals, at Holy Mass, and in our daily prayers.
We can extend so much to those who are dying. Forgiveness, the sacraments, and love are so crucial in these final moments.
We'll begin our series by exploring death itself--its significance as a natural part of life, the fear we feel because of it, and the need to prepare spiritually for this important moment.