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$\"FrJonathan-2\"$ <\/a>Many Christians identify themselves by whatever denomination they belong to, but one of the key factors in any person\u2019s faith journey is their willingness to build a relationship with God.<\/p>\n

In this week\u2019s video, Father Jonathan Morris admits our Protestant brothers and sisters often have a better handle on this aspect of faith than Catholics do. Yet each of us is called to nurture this relationship, so Father Jonathan offers three simple tips on how you can do so.<\/p>\n

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