“An Appeal to Truth”

...o was ignorant of the German language, and so was obliged to accept and to sign on trust the official reports.” He claimed that this evidence was unacceptable, the argument one-sided, and that it was unfair for them to take the argument to the Pope without giving the Belgian’s a

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The Story of Duffy’s Cut

Metal sign that was hung over the 1909 stone wall, Girkin collection With this month being Irish History Month, we want to share a story that belongs to both Irish and American history: the story of Duffy’s Cut. Being an alumnus of Immaculata University and a member of the Duffy's

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Pilgrimage of Hope

...ross, and nails from the Crucifixion. Here is also the Titulis Crucis, the sign that was hung on Jesus' cross, reading "Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews" in three languages. There is debate over whether this is a medieval forgery, a copy of the original, or the authentic placard.

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Cornelia Connelly, S.H.C.J.

...had to come directly from Rome, and Connelly had to accompany him there to sign a petition for separation. Before leaving Louisiana, conflicted Cornelia offered her husband an opportunity to change his mind and reconcile the marriage. He remained steadfast in his desire to join the priesthood even if it

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