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Mr. Anthony J. Copes
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Anthony Copes is the founder of this blog and a dedicated educator who has called Middletown, Connecticut, home for nearly two decades. He holds a degree in History and is a convert to the Catholic Faith, having entered the Church in 2020. Anthony writes about faith, tradition, and everyday Catholic living, drawing from both his academic background and personal journey. Alongside his older brother Nicholas, he shares insights into the RCIA experience and the ongoing call to live faithfully in the modern world.

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