Day 287: The Gratitude of Children (2026)

Day 287: The Gratitude of Children (2026)

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Day 286: The Family and Society (2026)

The family is the foundational element of society. Fr. Mike explains how families initiate us into societal life and act as the foundation of freedom and community. Because of its indispensable importance, we learn that civil authorities are responsible for supporting and honorin ...  Show more

Day 285: The Nature of the Family (2026)

In learning the core and fundamental definition of the family, we read today that a family is formed by a “man and a woman united in marriage, together with their children.” The Christian family is a communion of faith, hope, and love and an image of the Trinity. Fr. Mike shares ...  Show more

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