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Fr. Louis Bethea, O.P.

Springfield, CA
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Syracuse, NY
Catholic University of America

Fr. Bertrand Hebert, O.P.

Crowley, LA
Catholic University of America

Fr. Basil Burroughs, O.P.

Kingston, Ontario
Queen’s University

Fr. Titus Sanchez, O.P.

Fort Worth, TX
Southern Methodist University

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Honoring the Immaculate Conception of Our Lady

Today especially, we ask for Mary’s intercession on behalf of our country. Her patronage of the United States encourages us to follow her...

The Solemnity of Christ the King

Today the Church celebrates Our Lord Jesus’ dominion over all of his creation. This solemnity was created 100 years ago to encourage the...

Celebrating the Presentation of Mary

On the feast of the Presentation of Mary, Fr. Aquinas Guilbeau, O.P., explains the significance of this early Christian tradition, showing...

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February 18, 2026

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