The Story of St. Francis of Assisi and the First Nativity Scene, as told by St. Bonaventure
Nativity scenes have been a popular Advent and Christmas decoration for centuries, and—like most things glorious, time-honored, and holy—it originated with a Catholic saint.ST. FRANCIS' DEVOTION TO...
St. Boniface and the Christmas Tree Tradition
Christmas is hardly imaginable without the beloved evergreen fir Christmas tree. Did you know this tradition began with a single heroic act of a Benedictine monk turned missionary bishop? Listen to...
Journeying with Joseph & Mary: Las Posadas Christmas Tradition
The Christmas Posadas tradition begins!Las Posadas is a wonderful 400+ year old Advent celebration in many Latin countries. For 9 days, from December 16th-24th, the faithful prepare for Christmas b...
10 Catholic Stocking Stuffers Under $10
Don't be afraid to stuff something meaningful into a loved one's Christmas stocking this year. It's easier (and cheaper) than you might think. It's more important than you might think, too. Here ar...
12 Gift Ideas to Express Your Devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe
Devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe is part of Mexico's identity, and most Mexicans are proud to call themselves Guadalupanos.For other Hispanic and non-Hispanic countries, the affection for the Moth...
St. Juan Diego, Our Lady's Most Humble Son
St. Juan Diego is the first indigenous saint from the Americas. He was a poor and humble peasant from the lowest class of Aztec Indians living in 16th century Mexico. His native name was Cuauhtlato...
The Story of Our Lady of Guadalupe
"Call me and call my image Santa Maria de Guadalupe"December 12th is the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, patroness of the Americas, unborn children, and the New Evangelization.Our Lady of Guadalup...
America and the Immaculate Conception
"The United States of America is indeed the land of Mary Immaculate." The United States Bishops, in the year 1846, chose the Blessed Virgin Mary under her title of the Immaculate Conception as the...
St. Ambrose: A Bishop of the Poor
Today is the both the anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor and the feast day of Saint Ambrose (c. 340-397 A.D.). Saint Ambrose’s life testifies to the fact that everything can change in a mome...
St. Lucy's Feast Day: Celebrate with Lights and Sweets!
December 13th is the feast day of St. Lucy. St. Lucy was a virgin martyr during the earliest centuries of Christianity under its worst persecution at the hands of the Roman Empire, therefore making...