Archbishop Sheen suffered more from the Church than he did for her — and did so with equanimity and grace. He understood those sufferings as his carrying of the cross, a necessary part of discipleship. They formed an important part of his holiness.
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Read MoreThe Rimini festival uses art, culture, and Catholic tradition to bridge believers and nonbelievers through beauty and love.
Read MoreProminent former Israeli leaders and security officials have condemned the violence, but the Netanyahu government refuses to take action
Read MoreIt is hard to see what kind of agreement would be worth making
Read MoreEastern European states cannot afford to ignore the danger at their doorsteps
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Read MoreHorrors are possible in our time, and in places not far away.
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