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Aug 2023
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The Wondrous Man

The Catholic Man Show
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Can wonder help with the isolation that is rampant in today's society?

We discuss:
  • What is wonder?
  • Can wonder be a remedy to isolation?
  • God loves individuals
  • How Adam's son taught him about God through birdwatching.

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