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Too Short, Too Structured? Cardinals Reflect on Synodal Consistory

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Jul. 1 Wednesday of the Thirteenth Week in Ordinary Time; Opt Mem of St. Junípero Serra, Priest (USA), Opt. Mem.

Today the United States celebrates the Optional Memorial of St. Junípero Serra (1713-1784). Miguel Jose Serra was born on the island of Mallorca, Spain. He took the name Junípero when he entered the Franciscan Order in 1730. Ordained in 1737, he taught philosophy and theology at the University of Padua for twelve years. At age 37, he went to Mexico City where he spent the rest of his life working for the conversion of the peoples of the New World. Largely responsible for the spread of the Church on the West Coast of the United States, Junípero founded 21 missions and converted thousands of Native Americans.

Argentinians Join in Prayer for Earthquake-Shattered Venezuelans

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Supreme Court Delivers Victories for Parental Rights, Women’s Sports and Free Speech

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Can AI Speak to the Human Heart?

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Pope Leo Strengthens Roman Curia With New Appointments in Key Vatican Dicasteries

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