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'Catholic Answers' is spiritually motivated to bring the truths of the Catholic Church to all who care to know. We stand as no Priest or ordained person, but as one who is moved by the Holy Spirit and poised to say aloud the truth of Catholicism.

It as well stand to receive truthful corrections as we stand as no priest.

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