
Did a shipwreck help inspire All Soul's Day?
Of course, Catholics had been praying for the dead long before St. Odilo. But his decision helped establish a day when the Church would come together in a particular way to remember those who had d...

Who established All Saints Day?
Well, it depends…

What is one thing you can still do for someone who has died?
There is one very important thing we can still do for them. We can pray for their souls.

Why do we carve pumpkins at Halloween?
The tradition comes from Ireland, where people hollowed out turnips, carved faces into them, and placed burning coals or candles inside.

Have you made your plans for the All Souls Indulgence?
This year, why not make a plan before November arrives? Find out when Confession is offered, make time for Mass and Holy Communion, and choose a day to visit a cemetery.

Why is St. Jude portrayed with an image of Jesus in his hands?
What is the giant medallion he carries on his chest?

Why is it so hard to be still with God?
We can relate to the story of Mary and Martha because it is our story. We want to pray. We know we should pray. But our minds are crowded with responsibilities, worries, and the endless list of thi...

The story of the 11-year-old girl who died after she received her first Holy Communion
The sisters allowed her to remain in prayer afterward. When they returned, they found her still kneeling, with a peaceful expression on her face. But Imelda had died.

What does Father think when my kids get noisy?
Our efforts to let the little children come to Jesus at Mass will foster beautiful vocations one day, maybe even to the priesthood.
Why is Mary called "the Destroyer of Heresies"?
These words come from an ancient Latin chant of the Church: Gaude, Maria Virgo, cunctas haereses sola interemisti.

How many countries did JPII visit as pope?
The total number isn’t in the single digits. It’s not even in the double digits.