Always be ready to give an explanation to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope, but do it with gentleness and reverence, keeping your conscience clear, so that, when you are maligned, those who defame your good conduct in Christ may themselves be put to shame. —1 Peter 3:15-16

Introduction

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One of the primary missions of the Order of the Legion of St. Michael and its St. Michael's Call website is to provide the opportunity for Catholics and non-Catholics alike to obtain solid and accurate answers to their questions about the Catholic faith and related matters. This is accomplished through study and research of Church documents, expert opinions from reliable and orthodox authorities, and the writings of the Saints. Go to Resources and Authorities to find a Table of Resources typically used as the basis of our Answers in this forum.

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