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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.2 min read

A Review of Christ, Science, and Reason

Discover Fr. Spitzer's latest book, Christ, Science, and Reason, where complex faith questions meet scientific inquiry.
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Magis Center5 min read

What Are Marian Apparitions and Why Do They Matter

Dive into what Marian apparitions are, their historical and spiritual significance, and why belief in them can profoundly impact one's faith journey.
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Magis Center3 min read

A Lawyer, a Journalist, and a Scientist Detail the Miracle of the Sun

A look into witnesses' accounts of the occurrence of the Miracle of the Sun at the Cova da Iria in Fatima.
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Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D.3 min read

The Science (or Lack Thereof) Behind Juan Diego’s Tilma

Can science prove that the Juan Diego tilma was not done by the miraculous hand of God? Take a close look at five aspects of the argument.
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Lauren Woodrell5 min read

3 Miracles at Lourdes (Approved and Scientifically Validated)

A look at the first recognized, youngest recipient, oldest recipient, and most recently recognized miracles at Lourdes.
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Magis Center11 min read

Scientifically Validated Miracles of Marian Apparitions

The scientifically validated miracles of the Marian apparitions show how central the Blessed Virgin is in the order of salvation by God’s will.
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Lauren Woodrell8 min read

3 Healing Miracles of Our Lady of Lourdes

A look at three healing miracles of Our Lady of Lourdes: Marie Bailly (and the conversion of Alexis Carrel), Gabriel Gargam, and John Traynor.
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Magis Center4 min read

St. Juan Diego: The Patron Saint of Indigenous People

Discover how St. Juan Diego became a saint and more about his extraordinary life of faith after receiving one of the approved Marian apparitions.
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Katie Kresser, Ph.D.5 min read

Advent Meditation II: The Lady Listens

The rumors of Emmanuel became true when a divine messenger approached Mary. The Annunciation image is one of the most popular images in the history of art.
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John Clark10 min read

Where Is Mary Buried?

Though it is a required belief for Catholics, the teaching of the Assumption of Mary has faced significant opposition for many years.
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Carol Lynn Miller3 min read

What C.S. Lewis Can Teach Us About the Incarnation

What C.S. Lewis Can Teach us about the Incarnation
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Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D.< 1 min read

Contemporary Miracles Associated with Blessed Mary, Saints, and the Holy Eucharist [Spitzer Scholarly Article]

A discussion of some remarkable and scientifically proven contemporary miracles relating to Mary, the intercession of the saints, and the Holy Eucharist.
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