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Find accurate definitions of over 5,000 Catholic terms and phrases (including abbreviations). Based on Fr. John Hardon's Modern Catholic Dictionary, © Eternal Life. Used with permission.

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SECRETARIAT FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY

Established by Pope John XXIII in 1960 as one of the preparatory commissions for the Second Vatican Council. It was reconstituted by Paul VI in 1967 and given its specific purpose, namely, the competence and duty of fostering the unity of Christians. It is also charged with dealing with the religious aspects of Judaism.

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December 23, O Emmanuel; Opt Mem of St. John of Kanty, Priest

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The Church celebrates the Optional Memorial of St. John of Kanty (1390-1473), priest. Born in Kanty (Cracow, Poland), he taught at the university and became pastor of a parish. He was distinguished for his piety and love of neighbor. We reach the culmination of the O Antiphons today. Today is the…

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