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# Ask a Priest: Can a Catholic Be a Feminist?

Jun 26, 2021 8:30:00 AM  |  by [Danielle Bean](https://www.catholicmom.com/articles/author/danielle-bean)

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*Danielle Bean and Fr. Jim discuss the cultural challenge of modern feminism.*

Fr. Jim Phalan, C.S.C., explores the impact of feminism on the world and the Christian worldview in this conversation with Danielle Bean.

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