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Brett M. Adams Brett M. Adams

Get Up and Do: A Lesson from St. Joseph

When God speaks, St. Joseph doesn’t hesitate. He gets up and acts. In an age obsessed with words, opinions, and noise, Joseph’s silent obedience shines as a radical form of faith. He listens, trusts, and moves without delay, showing that holiness isn’t found in eloquence but in action. Discover how Joseph’s quiet strength and unwavering trust reveal the heart of true discipleship - and what his example means for us today.

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Brett M. Adams Brett M. Adams

What “Catholic“ Really Means: Universal Faith for a Universal Church

The word “catholic” means more than just “Roman Catholic:” it points to the Church’s universal mission, rooted in Christ’s command to bring the Gospel to every nation. From its earliest known use by St. Ignatius of Antioch, the term expressed the unity, wholeness, and universality of the faith across cultures and centuries. To be Catholic is to belong to a Church that transcends boundaries and calls each of us to live out that universality in our daily lives.

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Brett M. Adams Brett M. Adams

I Can’t Understand It

Many people want to read the Bible but give up because they just can’t understand it. The truth is you’re not alone, but there’s a way forward. In this post, I share practical and spiritual insights to help you approach Scripture not as a textbook, but as a living conversation with God. Learn how to read the Bible with purpose, use the right Catholic resources, and discover how every passage can become a personal encounter with Jesus himself.

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Brett M. Adams Brett M. Adams

3 Common Misconceptions About Catholicism by Catholics

Even among faithful, practicing Catholics, a few persistent misunderstandings about the Faith continue to linger - often unnoticed and unchallenged. What if some of the things you’ve always assumed about Mass, the structure of the Church, or the purpose of Confession aren’t quite right? In this post, we’ll uncover three of the most common misconceptions that Catholics themselves often hold, and explore the deeper truths that reveal the beauty, universality, and power of our Catholic faith.

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