Why not learn some Latin for Lent

Friday, March 27th, 2015

Lent and we may take on something in addition to giving up something.

With that in mind, here are a few Latin words or phrases that every Catholic should know.

Every Catholic should know a few Latin words and phrases.

Here’s 20 of them. Continue reading

If you want some everyday phrases have a look at this

Bonam Fortunam

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