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Daily Lenten reflections to your inbox from Fr Robert Barron
Take a look at the Lenten Reflections website, where you can sign up to receive a daily reflection by email from Fr Robert Barron.
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Shrove Tuesday, Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, Pancake Tuesday, Whatever…
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Choosing life after not choosing death
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