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Why do we ring bells at Mass? This Catholic priest explains the history behind this medieval tradition!
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"Almighty God, we commend to your gracious care and keeping all the men and women of our armed forces at home and abroad."
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The Altar of Repose is commonplace in the minds of the faithful who attend the Holy Triduum liturgies of Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Vigil.