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Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Quick Facts Date: September 8 Type of Feast: Feast Readings: Micah 5:1-4A or Romans 8:28-30; Psalm 13:6AB, 6C; Matthew 1:1-16, 18-23 or Matthew 1:18-23 Prayers: The Hail Mary, Prayer for the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Other Names for the Feast: The Birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary; The Virgin Mary's Birthday History of the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin…
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St. Augustine of Hippo

St. Augustine of Hippo
Augustine Aurelius was born on November 13, 354, in Tagaste, North Africa. His father was a pagan, his mother was a devout Catholic who we know today as St. Monica. As a young adult, he was yet unbaptized and seeking to find his place. He fell under the influence of the Manicheans, a belief system…
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Back to School Prayers

Back to School Prayers
Back to School Prayer: Blessed are you, Lord God, Creator of body and mind and heart; you have sent the Spirit of wisdom and knowledge to guide your people in all their ways. At the beginning of this new school year, in this time of uncertainty and anxiety, we implore your mercy. Bless and protect…
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Pregnancy Resource Centers Attacked

Pregnancy Resource Centers Attacked
Written by Mike Roche’s father: Bill Roche, A parishioner of St. Mary Star of the Sea, Diocese of Venice Pregnancy Resource Centers (PRCs) are charitable organizations in local communities offering hope and life affirming options for pregnant women and families. Their services include: free counseling, free pregnancy tests, free ultrasounds, free STI/STD tests, and, frequently,…
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