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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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SURSUM CORDA

"Lift up your hearts," a phrase used by the priest when addressing the faithful at Mass during the preface. It is also used as a motto in Christian heraldry.

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