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Everyday Discipleship. March 6, 2022

Theology 101: The number 40

By Faith Catholic

In the Bible, any time period that consists of the number 40 is significant.

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Youth in grades 9-12 from around the diocese came Youth in grades 9-12 from around the diocese came together Oct. 26 at St. Cloud State University for the first Apostle Games. The event, put on by the @diocesestcloud with help from the Diocesan Youth Council, featured competition in games and fun activities, workshops, lunch and Mass with Bishop Neary. Watch for more photos in the next Friday Feed!. #apostlegames #youth #youthday #catholicproudstcloud
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