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  1. gabrielListens

    I am lonely and sad and downtrodden

    Hi Jess. I'm kind of new here. Not exactly new because I'm an old member that has been away for several years. Anyway, yours is the first thing I read since coming back to the site last night. I am sorry this is happening to you. My heart goes out to you and I will pray for you. God bless.
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    Yo, why do Catholics call the pope "holy father" when...?

    I at least have a partial answer. The scripture in question, if taken literally means that none of us can call ourselves teachers or masters/instructors either.. “But you are not to be called ‘Rabbi,’ for you have one Teacher, and you are all brothers. 9 And do not call anyone...
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    Do 'Catholics' go to Hell?

    Baptized or not, I believe this scripture to hold true for anyone who believes in Jesus as their Lord and savior... John 3:16 (Douay-Rheims) For God so loved the world, as to give his only begotten Son; that whosoever believeth in him, may not perish, but may have life everlasting.
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    Lately I've been thinking

    I think that's wonderful! I had been agnostic all my adult life, and when I was in despair and found Jesus and repented and made him Lord of my life I began reading the bible and praying a lot and part of me wanted to be non-denominational, but the other part of me wanted to return to the church...
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    Warning about Dream catchers, Pendants etc.

    Someone once gave me a dreamcatcher as a gift and I figured it was harmless and I liked how it looked as an ornament so I hung it off a shelf in my bedroom. The next few nights I had these horrible nightmares and wondered what was happening. Then I remembered the dreamcatcher and I got rid of...
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    Any tricks for getting rid of a headache?

    For sinus headaches I take tylenol and sudafed decongestant to keep the nasal passages clear. Also drink lots of water and get plenty of rest. A sinus headache is really a sinus infection so its best to get lots of sleep and fluids. Taking zinc tablets and vitamin c can help too. God bless.
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    This is sad...

    I would ask her to pray for a sign from God to let her know if she should remain catholic. I am confident that God will answer her. She can specify what the sign will be if she wants, or just let God design it. When I re-accepted the Lord as my savior a few years ago after being agnostic all my...
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    Duggars' New Funeral Photos: Grieving or Greedy?

    I totally agree with you about all that, and as far as the Duggars go as a couple, I think they enjoy their publicity way too much.
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    St. Jude and the “Brothers” of Jesus...

    I looked into this once and one article pointed to this scripture which implies that Mary had to remain a virgin because her womb is like the gate through which God entered the world. The scripture itself is not referring to Mary's womb or Jesus, but it seems to establish a precedent regarding...
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    Iraqi War Vet Critically Injured by Police

    I agree. Especially the consequences of not leaving when police in riot gear order everyone to vacate the premises.
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    2YR OLD Toddler Run Over Twice - pedestrians do nothing to help her

    I'm really glad someone posted this here so people will pray for her. Thank you FriendlyJosh. From what I read, the two drivers were arrested and the little girl is in a coma at a hospital, but is not expected to survive. I watched the video earlier on youtube and its the most horrible thing I...
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    I am at a loss...

    YES YES. As Gaurdian Angel said, pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy for this person. Jesus said it will benefit even the most hardened sinners. I am sorry for your loss.
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    Must Visited Catholic Websites

    Oh I forgot to mention my favorite catholic website, which is a large, active and well-mannered forum site: Catholic Answers: Catholic Apologetics, Catholic Evangelization, Catholic Teachings, Catholic Radio, Catholic Publishing, Catholic Truth (Catholic Answers website)
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    Sent Message to Talk Show Host

    That is a great point. eastcoast_bsc, I think you were right in what you did. God bless.
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    Must Visited Catholic Websites

    Here are two of my all-time favorites: www.marypages.com www.visionsofjesuschrist.com and this one for current events, miraculous stories, and links to other good sites that relate to catholics: www.spiritdaily.com
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    Looked for my friend's phone number on-line--found his obit instead.

    I'm sorry about your friend. I had a friend who was really the only best friend I ever had in life and after we had lost touch for several years I got the news that he passed away. He was only 29. I too couldn't believe that I'd never see him again, but you know what, he appears in my dreams...
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    I need 16 volunteers to pray 1 decade of the Rosary Daily

    This is a beautiful thing, Starlightsobright! :) I just want to encourage anyone who hasn't already joined The Confraternity of The Most Holy Rosary to do so online. Its free and every time you pray a rosary you will be praying it with many others members around the world (in spirit). The...
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    Question

    Its not real magic so its not against what the bible says. If you got your answers in a seance or a ouija board then it would be against the bible.
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    Protestant teenager looking to convert to the Holy Roman Catholic Church

    Hi. Very glad to hear you want to convert. You can read the Douay-Rheims bible online here: Douay Rheims 1899 American Edition (DRA Bible) - Version Information - BibleGateway.com It is the catholic bible. God bless. :)