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Jul 2023
9m 14s

Fr. Mike Schmitz Reviews "Sound of Freed...

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In our world today, there are millions trapped in slavery and sex trafficking. The most horrific and devastating example of this is the sale of the weakest and most vulnerable in society, our children. Today, Fr. Mike shares his honest review of the film, "Sound of Freedom," currently in theaters, and offers a word of encouragement for how each of us can con ... Show More
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