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Quote by Dorothy Day

“We cannot build up the idea of the apostolate of the laity without the foundation of the liturgy.”

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Dorothy Day
Dorothy Day

Dorothy Day was an American journalist and social activist, born on November 8, 1897, and died on November 29, 1980. She is known for her focus on poverty and labor issues and is considered one of the leading figures in the American social justice movement of the 20th century. more

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