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Good Friday is the first day of the Easter Triduum and the day that Catholics and other Christians throughout the world commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus. Click to continue...
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Can a Catholic Marry a Non-Catholic?
Are Catholics allowed to marry non-Catholics? The answer is yes, but with a caveat. Click to continue...
Meaning of the Term "Catholic"
The Catholic Church is not just another denomination within Christianity, it is the universal community established by Jesus. Click to continue...
Relics of Saints
Relics are objects associated with saints. The word relic comes from the Latin word reliquiae, meaning "remains." Click to continue...
Holy Days of Obligation
A Holy Day of Obligation is a day in which all Catholics are required to attend Mass to celebrate a particular occasion in the faith. Click to continue...
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