Best bridgeportdiocese Podcasts (2024)

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The Keys to A Great Catholic School w/ Sr. Mary Grace Walsh 57:21

39m ago57:21

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Sister Mary Grace Walsh, the superintendent of the Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of NY joins Bishop Caggiano to discuss the ins and outs of Catholic Schools. What works? What needs fixing? Most importantly, how can Catholic Schools be an avenue of true evangelization.By bridgeportdiocese

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On the Synod on Synodality 1:00:38

7d ago1:00:38

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There is a lot going on in the midst of this summer – with the National Eucharistic Congress, the US elections, and more. It’s almost easy to forget that the Synod on Synodality is moving forward in Rome, but it is… and the Instrumentum Laboris was just published, setting the table for the sessions ahead. On Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Caggiano offers …

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Summer Stories with Bishop Caggiano 57:35

3d ago57:35

57:35

Bishop Caggiano and Steve take it easy this week, reminiscing on past summer activities, why summer is a necessary time for rest, and how to make the most of your summer spiritually!By bridgeportdiocese

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Can We Really Rejoice in Our Sufferings? - Steve Lee's Testimony 9:59

1M ago9:59

9:59

You may know that Steve's wife, Roula, battled leukemia just days after Veritas Catholic Network launched. The faith-filled way she suffered was inspiring… and just how the Lord asks all of us to suffer. “We are children of God, and if children, then heirs, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with Him in order that we may …

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Details on the One, the Guilds, and Catechesis in the Diocese 57:22

10d ago57:22

57:22

It's finally summer, so Bishop Caggiano takes the time to update his listeners about the big events and plans for the upcoming year. Topics include the Guilds, the Jubilee Year, Catechesis throughout the Diocese, the implementation of the One, dates and speakers for the Bishop's Lecture Series and more!…

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Women in The New Evangelization, with Kelly Wahlquist 57:27

1M ago57:27

57:27

Kelly Wahlquist joins Bishop Caggiano to discuss her own faith journey, the amazing testimonies of women in Scripture, her time advocating a unique role for women in the Church and evangelization and much more!By bridgeportdiocese

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Deacon Patrick Toole on the Diaconate, Preaching, and Accompaniment 58:31

2M ago58:31

58:31

Deacon Patrick Toole is the Chancellor and Secretary of the Curia in the Diocese of Bridgeport. He joins Bishop Caggiano today to discuss the many evangelical programs and ministries he has participated in and helped design.By bridgeportdiocese

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A Mass of Thanksgiving for the Eucharist 59:50

2M ago59:50

59:50

Bishop Caggiano shares some of the impactful moments from the Diocesan Mass of Thanksgiving for the Eucharist as well as the next steps for incorporating the One in the Diocese.By bridgeportdiocese

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Listener Questions: Bishop Augustine from Nigeria, Just War vs. Nuclear War, Choosing the Pope... and More! 1:00:42

2M ago1:00:42

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Bishop Caggiano answers YOUR listener questions. He makes the distinction between murder and killing, explains why nuclear war can NEVER be just, discusses meeting Bishop Augustine from Nigeria (who has lent two of his priests to our diocese), sports, the Eucharist and more! OTHER VERITAS SHOWS The Tangent Restless The Frontline with Joe & Joe Dail…

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Bishop Caggiano's Experience Leading the Eucharistic Procession! 59:14

2M ago59:14

59:14

Bishop Caggiano discusses the MANY Grace filled moments that occurred during the Eucharistic Procession throughout the Diocese of Bridgeport. He also shares news about how the Diocese will be building off the Eucharistic Renewal in the coming months!By bridgeportdiocese

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The POWERFUL Purpose of the Eucharistic Renewal 59:10

3M ago59:10

59:10

After discussing the past weekend at Franciscan University of Steubenville, Bishop Caggiano shares the powerful lessons of proper Eucharistic participation. He talks about why the Eucharist is vital for the Catholic, what differentiates it from Baptism sacramentally, what it means to be in full communion with the Church, why one shouldn't receive t…

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John Paul II's Rule of Life for Married Couples! 1:00:34

3M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

Theresa and Peter Martin join Bishop Caggiano to discuss their recent (and first time!) english translation of Pope St. John Paul II's Rule of Life for Married Couples! The Rule can be purchased HereBy bridgeportdiocese

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HUGE NEWS about the One, Bishop Caggiano's Three Year Plan 59:02

4M ago59:02

59:02

Bishop Caggiano announces and explains the DETAILS of The One - diving into the details of his three year plan!By bridgeportdiocese

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Caiaphas & Pontius Pilate, Abraham's Faith, and the Mass. 59:12

4M ago59:12

59:12

Has Bishop Frank ever had to kick someone out of Mass? …that’s one of the questions he answers on this mailbag episode of Let Me Be Frank. He also answers questions about the Old Testament, New Testament, the Mass, and more.By bridgeportdiocese

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Dignitas Infinita AND The Diocese's Pastoral Response to Gender Discordance 1:03:48

4M ago1:03:48

1:03:48

Bishop Frank Caggiano discusses the most recent document released by the DDF, Dignitas Infinita, and the Diocese's newest Instruction, Wonderfully Made in God's Image and Likeness: A Pastoral Response to Gender Discordance. SHOWNOTES - the Bishop's Instruction will be published next week. Dignitas Infinita…

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Academic Freedom and Faith & Reason with Dr. Peter Kilpatrick, President of Catholic University of America 59:18

4M ago59:18

59:18

Dr. Peter Kilpatrick, the President of Catholic University of America, sits down with Bishop Frank Caggiano to discuss the tenets of Catholic education at the University, the importance and pillars of academic freedom, his son's experience with astronomy (he discovered the kilonova), and the relationship between faith and reason!…

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The Passion through Pilate's, Peter's, Mary's, and Judas's Eyes 59:32

4M ago59:32

59:32

Today, Bishop Frank Caggiano exercises his pious imagination and meditates on what the passion must have been like for certain people directly present during it. Other Veritas Shows the Tangent Restless Daily Gospel Reflection The Frontline with Joe & Joe the Word made fleshBy bridgeportdiocese

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Listener Q's: Bishop Caggiano's Prayer Life, Favorite Lenten Memory, and Favorite Food 59:36

5M ago59:36

59:36

Steve and Bishop Frank take a break from serious topics as we traverse Lent and answer some of your lighter questions today. Next week they get back to the serious topics, Holy Week and Easter! Daily Gospel Reflections on Veritas Catholic Network The Tangent on Veritas Catholic Network Restless Catholic Young Adults…

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Preparing For Death & the Importance of Community - w/ Dean Gestal 57:44

5M ago57:44

57:44

Do you know why it’s important for a cemetery to be on the grounds of a Catholic church? There’s a theological reason for walking through a cemetery to get to the front door… Bishop Caggiano talks to Dean Gestal, Executive Director of Fairfield County Catholic Cemeteries, on this week’s Let Me Be Frank. They discuss death, preparing for death, bere…

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The Future of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Bridgeport (w/ Dr. Steven Cheeseman) 58:05

5M ago58:05

58:05

Dr Steven Cheeseman, Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Bridgeport, joins Bishop Caggiano this week on Let Me Be Frank. They talk about the state of the schools here, and the very many exciting programs they are putting together to proactively keep improving Catholic education. These include the Aquinas Institute, the Wellness Initiative,…

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Marie Oates, the Executive Director of the Saint John Paul II Center for Communications 55:54

5M ago55:54

55:54

This week on Let Me Be Frank, the Bishop interviews Marie Oates, the Executive Director of the Saint John Paul II Center for Communications about her new role and plans in the diocese of Bridgeport. They speak about the importance of sharing the stories of Catholics throughout the diocese, how to use modern media to share those stories, and how the…

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The National Eucharistic Revival and Our Diocese's Eucharist Renewal 1:00:34

6M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

Today, Bishop Frank Caggiano talks about the concrete plans for the Diocese of Bridgeport's participation in the Eucharist Revival, what he calls, the Eucharistic Renewal. By listening to today's episode you'll see how the Bishop's plan with The One intertwines with the National Eucharistic Revival, how he hopes to bring about MASSIVE conversion of…

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Ash Wednesday and Preparing For Lent! 1:00:02

6M ago1:00:02

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Today is Ash Wednesday and Lent is already upon us. This week on Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Caggiano helps us enter into Lent with an open heart and a ready disposition. He explains what Lent is and reflects on how we should prepare spiritually, including some suggestions for spiritual reading. His Excellency mentioned one book, in particular, that re…

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Fr. Michael Clark - How Art Helps Christians Enter into the Mysteries of the Faith 59:54

6M ago59:54

59:54

Fr. Michael Clarke joins Bishop Frank Caggiano to discuss the importance of beauty and art. From stained glass windows to christian music fests (and everything in between), Fr. Michael is able to provide a unique and expert point of view on the evangelical power of beauty, the important role it plays in the catechesis of Catholics, and how it is be…

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Pierre Ferragu on Lourdes, St. Bernadette, and the Evangelical Power of Theater 1:02:55

6M ago1:02:55

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Bishop Caggiano hosts Pierre Ferragu, the producer for the new live theater production about St. Bernadette, Lourdes. They discuss the moments of grace Pierre has experienced working on this show, the challenges of bringing this production to America (it's coming soon!) and the importance of evangelizing our culture through the medium of theater. L…

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Listener Q’s: Bishop Caggiano’s vocation story, advice to new bishops, and why we’re “Catholic” 57:49

7M ago57:49

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If you keep submitting your questions and Bishop Frank Caggiano will keep answering them! This week's episode is chalk full of questions about the Church, the Faith, and Bishop's own life. And, of course, Steve joins in too! Today's questions include: How did you find out that you were going to be named a Bishop? Do you have any advice for new Bish…

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Accompaniment in the Catholic Church, Spiritual Direction, and Diocesan Guilds 58:26

7M ago58:26

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Bishop Frank Caggiano discusses and defines true accompaniment. He then explores the concept in light of spiritual direction and the Sacrament of Confession asking, "what does spiritual direction entail?" and "is your confessor your spiritual director?". Bishop Caggiano also dives into the different Guilds in the Diocese of Bridgeport, from the St.…

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Bishop Caggiano addresses Fiducia Supplicans & discusses Catholic Formation with Patrick Donovan 59:06

7M ago59:06

59:06

This week’s episode of Let Me Be Frank featured two major topics. The first, is a reflection from His Excellency, Bishop Frank Caggiano, on the recent declaration from the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, Fiducia Supplicans. Bishop Caggiano, hoping to provide clarity to the Diocese, explains when certain kinds of blessings are acceptable, t…

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Fr. Jeffrey Kirby, A Year with the Popes! 1:00:07

7M ago1:00:07

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Bishop Frank Caggiano is joined by Fr. Jeffrey Kirby to discuss his new book A Year with the Popes: Daily Meditations with the Vicar of Christ They discuss: Fr. Kirby's experience as a Papal Missionary of Mercy The importance of the Sacrament of Confession as a Sacrament of Healing The lived experience of the early popes, especially how the call to…

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A Pope and a President: JPII’s & Reagan’s relationship and teamwork for the fall of Communism... with Dr. Paul Kengor 58:45

8M ago58:45

58:45

Bishop Frank Caggiano interviews Dr. Paul Kengor about his book A Pope and a President. They discuss: Pope St. John Paul II's and Ronald Reagan's roles in the ending of the Cold War and the fall of Communism President Reagan's faith, namely, how important it was to him The Communist role in the attempted assassination of Pope St. John Paul II Presi…

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Subversive Habits: Black Catholic Nuns in the Long African American Freedom Struggle... w/ Dr. Shannen Dee Williams 58:38

8M ago58:38

58:38

Dr. Shannen Dee Williams joins Bishop Frank Caggiano to discuss her new book Subversive Habits: Black Catholic Nuns in the Long African American Freedom Struggle. They discuss: The desegregation of the American Catholic Church The heroic efforts of the First Black Sisters in America How to get information about the first Black Catholic communities …

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Damien O’Connor, VP of Evangelization with the Knights of Columbus, on Evangelizing Men, Being the Family Leader, and the Priority of Faith! 58:26

8M ago58:26

58:26

Bishop Frank Caggiano is joined by Damien O'Connor on today's episode of Let Me Be Frank! They discuss the importance of living out the vocation of fatherhood. Why spouses should pray together every single day How suffering is the privileged path to unity with God The importance of vulnerability in fraternity the Knights of Columbus COR ministry an…

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Bishop Frank Caggiano on Votive Masses, Communal Prayer, Women Deacons and more! 59:59

8M ago59:59

59:59

This week on Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Frank Caggiano gives us his advent reflection and answers YOUR listener questions! He answers: Can you explain a votive mass and the process of securing one for a parish? What is the process of becoming a deacon? Can women be deacons? Which Old Testament biblical figure would you choose to be? Have you ever been…

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Who is John Henry Newman? 59:15

8M ago59:15

59:15

The USCCB voted (240-2) last week to write a letter of support to Pope Francis with the hope that he might name St. John Henry Newman a Doctor of the Church. Bishop Frank Caggiano teaches about St. John Henry Newman's life, conversion, and theological prowess on today's episode of Let Me Be Frank! LINKS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veritasc…

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Monsignor Powers Returns (to the show!) 57:40

9M ago57:40

57:40

Bishop Caggiano is joined by Monsignor Powers to discuss his time as the 24th rector of Pontifical North American College in Rome. The discuss: The Pontifical North American College's Papal Visit The history of the Pontifical North American College The beauty of Advent in Rome Rome being the "fifth dimension" of Seminary Formation and much more! Pl…

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Remember Your Death 57:50

9M ago57:50

57:50

Bishop Caggiano teaches from Deacon Matthew Newsome's book the Devout Life, walking through several meditations on death. What is hell like? What is heaven like? How is your judgement decided? All this and more, on Let Me Be Frank. This week's listener question: "What is College Seminary and what is Major Seminary?" LINKS Deacon Matthew Newsome's t…

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Properly Understanding Sacred Scripture 59:58

9M ago59:58

59:58

Catholic Bishop, Bishop Frank Caggiano discusses how to properly understand Sacred Scripture; defining inspiration & inerrancy, detailing what is essential for salvation, and elaborating on how the kerygma is at the heart of the Gospel. He also answers this week's listener question about the Guilds in the Diocese of Bridgeport. LINKS Veritas: https…

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Listener questions! 57:19

9M ago57:19

57:19

Bishop Frank Caggiano answers a mailbag-full of questions from you, our listeners. Links to the Veritas app: https://www.veritascatholic.com/listenBy bridgeportdiocese

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Joseph Pearce on the Power of Beauty & Literature 58:33

10M ago58:33

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Today on Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Caggiano is joined by Joseph Pearce. Joseph shares his own conversion story, explains the evangelical power of C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, & G.K. Chesterton, and delves into the importance of beauty in our modern world! LINKS https://jpearce.co/ https://www.veritascatholic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/veritascatho…

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Jason Evert 57:43

10M ago57:43

57:43

Bishop Frank Caggiano speaks with Jason Evert about working with young people, the true meaning of chastity, and gender issues. The Chastity Project: https://chastity.com/ Links to download the Veritas app: https://www.veritascatholic.com/listenBy bridgeportdiocese

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The Reformation 58:51

10M ago58:51

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Bishop Frank Caggiano discusses the 16th century Protestant Reformation, and the lessons we can take away today to avoid similar mistakes. Links to download the Veritas app: https://www.veritascatholic.com/listenBy bridgeportdiocese

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HW Crocker III - the Power and the Glory of the Catholic Church 56:44

10M ago56:44

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Bishop Frank Caggiano dives deep into history with HW Crocker III, author of "Triumph: The Power and the Glory of the Catholic Church". Triumph: https://www.regnery.com/9781684514922/triumph/ Links to download the Veritas app: https://www.veritascatholic.com/listenBy bridgeportdiocese

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The early years of the papacy 1:00:39

11M ago1:00:39

1:00:39

Bishop Frank Caggiano talks about the early years and the development of the papacy - from St Peter to St Gregory the Great. Links to download the Veritas mobile app: https://www.veritascatholic.com/listenBy bridgeportdiocese

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The Blessed Mother & listener questions 58:13

11M ago58:13

58:13

Bishop Frank Caggiano reflects on the love of Mary and the example she sets for all of us. In the second segment, he answers a mailbag full of your questions. Links to download the Veritas mobile app: https://www.veritascatholic.com/listenBy bridgeportdiocese

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Who do you say Jesus is? 1:00:15

11M ago1:00:15

1:00:15

Bishop Caggiano gives a teaching on Christology. "Who do you say Jesus is?" Your answer should lead you to an encounter and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Links to download the Veritas app: https://www.veritascatholic.com/listenBy bridgeportdiocese

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John Bergsma PhD - the Dead Sea Scrolls 57:47

11M ago57:47

57:47

Bishop Frank Caggiano is joined by Dr. John Bergsma, Professor of Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville and Vice President for Biblical Theology at the St Paul Center for Biblical Theology. Dr Bergsma is the author of many, many books (with deep theology and awesome stick figures!). John Bergsma, PhD: https://catholicbibleteacher.co…

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Saint stories & listener questions 59:39

12M ago59:39

59:39

Bishop Frank Caggiano talks about some lesser-known Catholic saints: Martin de Porres, Sr Thea Bowman, Pierre Toussaint, Sharbel Makhlouf, and Joseph of Cupertino… and then, more listener questions! Links to download the Veritas app: https://www.veritascatholic.com/listenBy bridgeportdiocese

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Eucharistic Revival 59:03

12M ago59:03

59:03

Bishop Frank Caggiano talks about the National Eucharistic Revival and how the Revival will take place in the Diocese of Bridgeport. In order for the Revival to really take root, we need to first transform the culture and cultivate the soil of each town, parish, and individual soul. Links to download the Veritas app: https://www.veritascatholic.com…

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World Youth Day in Lisbon 59:39

1y ago59:39

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Bishop Caggiano recaps World Youth Day in Lisbon, reflects on his catechism sessions with young adults, and talks about the side trips his group took in Portugal. -Weds at 12pm on 1350AM, 103.9FM, or the Veritas app- Links to download the Veritas app: https://www.veritascatholic.com/listenBy bridgeportdiocese

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In Fatima, ahead of World Youth Day 56:03

1y ago56:03

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Bishop Frank is in Fatima with a group of teens & young adults ahead of World Youth Day. He talks about the first leg of their trip and about the meaning of the message of Fatima. Links to download the Veritas app: https://www.veritascatholic.com/listenBy bridgeportdiocese

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