Being An Example Of A Good Catholic

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Being a good catholic means that people need to have sacraments, service, and faith with everyone. A good catholic means people need to go to church every Saturday or Sunday. Kids and adults go to cce every Wednesday to find out how they can be a part of God and become a good catholic.
Being a good catholic means that we follow the sacraments. When people receive Baptism, they become a member of the Church and get rid of original sin. When people get married they receive Matrimony. They can have Procreation with one another and love with each other. When kids are in second grade they can receive Holy Eucharist. The kids receive gifts and grace from God in the church. Sacraments can make us good catholics.
Being a good catholic means that we

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