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The Glorious Mysteries: Living in the Hope of Heaven
CatholicG33k | The Rosary, Rediscovered | Article 11 of 12 Scripture to Open: Luke 24:1–53; Acts 1:1–14; Acts 2:1–13; 1 Corinthians 15:12–28 Central Question: If Christ has conquered death, how should we live now? Christianity Makes an Astonishing Claim The Resurrection is not simply a poetic image for starting over. Christianity proclaims that Jesus Christ…
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The Legend of Zelda and Catholicism: The Surprising Christian History Hidden in Hyrule
From Link praying before a crucifix to the Christian virtues reflected in the Triforce, Nintendo’s legendary adventure series has some fascinating connections to Catholic faith and theology. CATHOLIC G33K | Faith × Gaming × Culture A Cross, a Bible, and a Hero Named Link What if we told you that one of Nintendo’s most beloved…
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AT THE HOUR WHEN WORDS FAIL: THE CATHOLIC PRAYERS THAT ACCOMPANY A SOUL INTO ETERNITY
What Fr. Chad Ripperger’s farewell to his mother reveals about the Last Rites, the power of the Holy Name of Jesus, and the forgotten Catholic art of preparing for a holy death. By Catholicg33k There comes a moment in human life when almost everything we ordinarily consider important suddenly becomes secondary.The conversations we never finished.…
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The Sorrowful Mysteries: Love That Carries the Cross
The Rosary, Rediscovered — Article 10 of 12 Discover how the five Sorrowful Mysteries reveal the depths of God’s love through the Passion of Jesus Christ, and how His suffering and sacrifice teach us the true meaning of mercy, repentance, forgiveness, and faithful discipleship. Scripture for Meditation: Matthew 26:36–46; John 18–19; Philippians 2:5–11 What does…
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Why the Whole Law Hangs on Love: The Shema, the Ten Commandments, and the Greatest Commandment
How Jesus Christ reveals the unity of God’s Law through love of God and love of neighbor. By CatholicG33K | Scripture & Catholic Theology What connects the ancient Jewish prayer known as the Shema, the Ten Commandments given to Moses, the teaching of St. Gregory the Great, and Jesus’ words in Matthew 22:34–40? At first…
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The Luminous Mysteries: Walking in the Light of Christ
The Rosary, Rediscovered — Article 9 of 12 Discover how the five Luminous Mysteries reveal the identity and mission of Jesus Christ, from His Baptism in the Jordan to the Institution of the Holy Eucharist, and how they call every Christian to conversion, obedience, and a deeper life of faith. Scripture for Meditation: Matthew 3:13–17;…
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The Three Languages of the Cross: From Babel’s Scattering to Pentecost’s Unity
How the inscription above Jesus reveals a profound connection between the nations, the Crucifixion, and God’s plan to reunite humanity in Christ. CatholicG33k | Biblical Theology • Sacred Scripture • Church Fathers • Catholic Apologetics Introduction: Was the Inscription Above Jesus More Important Than We Realize? Above the dying Jesus of Nazareth hung an inscription…
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The Joyful Mysteries: God Enters Our Ordinary Lives
The Rosary, Rediscovered — Article 8 of 12 Discover how the five Joyful Mysteries reveal the extraordinary love of God within ordinary human life—and how the Incarnation of Jesus Christ transforms our understanding of family, work, suffering, obedience, and holiness. Scripture for Meditation: Luke 1:26–56; Luke 2:1–52 How does the mystery of the Incarnation transform…
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MOTHER OF SALVATION: MANY WILL BE STRIPPED OF THEIR TITLES
The Coming Trial of Faith, the Danger of a Counterfeit Church, and the Unshakable Promise of Jesus Christ Faith • Prophecy • Discernment • Catholic Truth Introduction: When the Church Faces the Test of Fidelity What happens when religious authority becomes separated from fidelity to Jesus Christ? What happens when the language of compassion is…
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Beyond the Words: Learning the Art of Contemplation
The Rosary, Rediscovered — Article 7 of 12 Discover how the Rosary transforms familiar vocal prayers into a deeper encounter with Jesus Christ, and learn practical ways to contemplate the mysteries of His life through Scripture, silence, meditation, and persevering love. Scripture for Meditation: Luke 2:19, 51; Luke 10:38–42; 2 Corinthians 3:18 How can a…