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About Gretchen Filz

Gretchen is a Lay Dominican with a passion for fostering an increase in Catholic faith and devotion. After receiving her M.A. in Christian Apologetics, she converted to the Catholic Faith in 2011. She lives and works in the Diocese of Charlotte.

St. Juan Diego, Our Lady's Most Humble Son

Dec 09, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

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 na … Read more

The Story of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Dec 09, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

"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 Evangelizatio … Read more

America and the Immaculate Conception

Dec 07, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

"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 Co … Read more

A Prayer to Saint Nicholas

Dec 04, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

Saint Nicholas of Myra was a 4th century bishop in what is today Turkey. He was famous for his generosity to the poor, protection of the wronged, and zeal for orthodoxy. He was als … Read more

St. Lucy's Feast Day: Celebrate with Lights and Sweets!

Dec 04, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

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, … Read more

Bambinelli Sunday: A Christmas Book & Craft Idea for Kids

Dec 03, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

The blessing of baby Jesus figurines is an event that takes place at the Vatican each year. Children observe this annual tradition by bringing the baby Jesus figure from their fami … Read more

St. Francis of Assisi and the Christmas Creche Tradition

Dec 02, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

When you set up your nativity scene for the holidays, you may not realize that you're participating in a Christmas tradition begun by a one of the most famous and beloved Catholic … Read more

St. Nicholas and Your Shoes! A St. Nicholas Day Tradition

Nov 30, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

December 6th is the feast day of Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of children, which appropriately falls during the Advent season. This feast day is an especially exciting one for … Read more

St. Andrew's Christmas Novena Begins November 30th!

Nov 29, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

Advent always begins on the Sunday closest to November 30th, the feast day of St. Andrew the Apostle. Is this just a nice coincidence, or is there deeper significance?There is … Read more

Blessing of an Advent Wreath

Nov 25, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

The following blessing of the Advent wreath is taken from the Catholic Handbook of Prayers. Gather your household to pray this blessing together before the first candle is lighted … Read more

A Prayer of Thanksgiving & Gratitude

Nov 23, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

Father in Heaven, Creator of all,and source of all goodness and love,please look kindly upon usand receive our heartfelt gratitudein this time of giving thanks.Thank you for all th … Read more

The Feast of the Presentation of Mary: Popular Piety or Historical Event?

Nov 20, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

November 21st is the feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. According to tradition, the Blessed Virgin Mary was consecrated to God as a young child and wa … Read more

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