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The Sistine Chapel Was Consecrated to Our Lady of the Assumption: Five Things to Know

Aug 15, 2024

The famous chapel derives its name from the man who consecrated it: Pope Sixtus IV, who served as the Roman pontiff from 1471 to 1484.

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Here are 5 Catholic Practices to Help Strengthen Your Faith Life in 2024

Jan 17, 2024

In the constant search for spiritual growth and connection to the sacred in everyday life, discovering new ways to strengthen your faith can be transformative.

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Pentecost Novena: Here's How to Pray the First Novena

May 19, 2023

The first novena ever prayed is the Pentecost Novena, or the Novena to the Holy Spirit. This year, it begins on Friday, May 19, and concludes on Saturday, May 27.

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