In June, the Bloomberg 1000 Catholic Values Index (B1000) returned -0.87% while the Semiconductor industry group returned 3.05%[1]. In the quarter, the Semiconductor group surged 52.5% and contributed 70% of the Technology sector return and 45% of the total benchmark return[1]. Additionally, 21 out ...

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Timing: Converting to a Roth often makes the most sense during lower-income years, in years when market values are down (allowing you to convert more shares for the same tax cost), or before RMDs begin at age 73. Conversions can be made regardless of income level. Permanent decision: A Roth conve...

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Approaching God Together Married couples are called to share everything in common — including prayer By David Dawson My wife and I each came into our dating relationship with strong prayer habits, so we naturally assumed we would enjoy deep spiritual unity after the wedding. We f...

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Pope, Leo XIV, Magnifica Humanitas, his first encyclical Spending the first two chapters on the Church’s teaching over the last 135 years indicates that even though we face new problems, we do not have to pull solutions out of thin air. Catholic Social Teaching brings the Church’...

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Resources to help you make informed financial decisions aligned with your Catholic values.   Your local Knights of Columbus agent will be happy to complete a free, comprehensive needs analysis for you and your family, which may uncover a greater or lesser need than this calculator. &nb...

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