The Catechism’s Guide to Prayer led by the Holy Spirit

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The Catechism reminds us that while we can’t control the Holy Spirit, we can prepare our hearts and minds for prayer by relying on the Church’s “wellsprings” of prayer.

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Unlocking the Psalms: How To Pray Like Jesus

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The Psalms encompass all five types of prayer—blessing, praise, petition, intercession, and thanksgiving—guiding us to speak to God with honesty and depth.

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Struggling to pray? This might help.

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Whether you’ve been praying for years or are just starting, these practical tips will help you make prayer more personal, more meaningful, and more fulfilling.

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Social Media, Bragging, and Truth

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The Eighth Commandment calls us to live truthfully in our relationships and interactions, both on social media and in real life.

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Overcoming Social Media Envy: Lessons from the Tenth Commandment

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The wisdom of the Tenth Commandment helps us resist the temptation of envy and coveting in today’s world of social media comparisons and invites us to find joy through humility,…

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Practical advice for growing in chastity as an adult

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Chastity is often misunderstood and challenging to practice, but it’s so much more than just ‘not having sex.’

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When Should You Fight for Your Life?

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Explore the balance between self-defense and the Commandment “Thou shall not kill” by learning what the Catechism explains about upholding the sanctity of all human life.

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Rethinking parental authority and the Fourth Commandment

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The Fourth Commandment teaches us that the relationship between a parent and child is a God-given relationship. Honoring our parents fosters harmony throughout all our family life.

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Is it a sin to say “OMG?”

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Taking the Lord’s name in vain actually means “to not mean it.” If you want to grow in your relationship with God, think about using His name with more intention.

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Is it possible to live the beatitudes in real life?

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The catechism says the beatitudes are the heart of Jesus’ preaching that they reveal the goal of human existence.

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Decoding the Ten Commandments

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While the Ten Commandments state grave obligations, they also imply other ways we should live out God’s law in less grave matters.

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Does God expect us to be perfect?

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We are called to do our best, and rely on God for the rest. Jesus gives us the Holy Spirit, and the sacraments to give us strength.

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