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Agree to Disagree?… Discussing Faith with Friends

While it is not a bad thing to be passionate about certain topics and issues (especially when it comes to our religious beliefs), we need to realize that the people we speak to — and their perspectives on the matter — are just as important as we are.

Kneeling for the Anthem: a Catholic Reflection on Protest

by Dillon Duke

Knowing that we’re all one body in Christ we have to see our duty in all of this; we ought to work to prevent injustice in our world and this case is no exception.

When Flowers Aren’t Enough: Loving Your Mama

by Dillon Duke

I want to make her proud by getting good grades, receiving scholarships, and just doing well in life. While these things are all great and surely make my mom proud, what she wants above all else is for me to be happy.

May the 4th be With You… and With Your Spirit

by Dillon Duke

Do you like fast-paced combat and intergalactic warfare set to an incredible soundtrack? Are you a fan of beautiful, imaginary galaxies with rich civilizations? Do you enjoy watching a story told by several generations of heroes and villains? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then you […]

Why we Love Promposals

by Dillon Duke

I had a lot of “typical” high school memories, from Friday night football games to stress about the SAT. One memory that particularly stands out is prom and partaking in the national craze that is “promposing.”

Why Catholics Have so Many Reasons to Smile

by Dillon Duke

As cheesy as it sounds, the Catholic faith has so many substantial reasons to be overjoyed. Here are just a few of the reasons that first come to mind…

I am Not Worthy: Accepting Infinite Love

by Dillon Duke

We are not worthy of the heart of God for countless reasons and there’s nothing we can do to make us of deserving of that heart. You want to hear the good news? All of that does not matter.

Ordinary Time Pro Tips

by Dillon Duke

We don’t need a special occasion like Christmas or Easter to celebrate our relationship with Jesus in the sacrament of Eucharist or to connect to it in a special way.

Chance the Rapper: a Musician With a Message

by Dillon Duke

What separates Chance from other artists is that, especially in Coloring Book, he acknowledges his struggles as detrimental to his life and identifies God as a reason for hope and worthy of worship.

Seeking Fun and Finding Joy

by Dillon Duke

I wasn’t unfamiliar with the sacraments but having them be the focus of each day was completely new to me.

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