A Mother's Prayer for Her Children
"The loveliest masterpiece of the heart of God is the heart of a mother," said Saint Therese of Lisieux.Only a mother knows the depth of her love for her children. She is a beautiful reflection of ...
May 3rd: The Day of the Cross (Día de la Cruz) Tradition
The "Day of the Cross" is a popular part of religious and cultural identity in many Latin American countries. "Holy Cross Day" is based on an old liturgical feast celebrating the discovery of the t...
The 5 Spiritual Effects of the Sacrament of Confirmation
The Sacrament of Confirmation is one of the three sacraments of initiation into the Catholic Church (together with Baptism and Holy Communion).This special anointing given by the bishop or priest h...
A Prayer for First Holy Communion: Free Printable
Here's a free printable blessing prayer for a child on the occasion of making their First Holy Communion. Print it or resize it for a number of different uses, such as: gluing it on a gift bag cont...
4 Steps To Finding Detachment in a Busy Life
I once dreamed that I had passed away. I never saw my body, but I knew it was me. Being aware that I didn't belong anymore to this world, the only thing that came to my mind was that this couldn't ...
Struggling With Prayer? A Tip From Mother Angelica and the Poor Clare Nuns
Do you struggle with prayer? Does God seem distant? Do you have trouble finding the words to say? Or when you do find the words, does it feel like all you do is ask God for things?These are common ...
Eucharistic Miracle in Poland Tested & Confirmed by Bishop
Once again, Our Lord has granted the Church a Eucharistic Miracle to strengthen our faltering faith in, and proper reverence toward, this central teaching of the Catholic faith: When Jesus said, "T...
What Happens at the Rite of Confirmation: The 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit Explained
The Sacrament of Confirmation is a sacrament of anointing by the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is one of the three Persons of the Holy Trinity; he is the comforter and helper that Jesus promised to ...
Be an Instant Hero: Our Mother's Day Gift Guide
Attention all sons, daughters, and husbands: Mother’s Day is fast approaching. But you don’t have to panic, we’ve been thinking ahead for you. We’ve lined up some great gifts your mothers are sure ...
Interview with a Nashville Dominican: A Day in the Life of a Nun
If you haven't seen this excellent interview with Sister John Catherine of the Nashville Dominicans, you don't want to miss it. Here she is interviewed by a non-Catholic Christian who seeks to bet...