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Nov 2022
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BONUS: Why Scripture and Tradition? (wit...

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In this bonus episode of The Catechism in a Year, Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to share the connection between Scripture and Tradition, and provide the background on the origin, development, and structure of the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy or text "CIY" to 33-777.

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