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.

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Litany to the Blessed Sacrament from the Diary of St. Faustina

Oct 03, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

St. Maria Faustina Kowalska (1905-1938) was a poor and humble Polish woman famous for being the nun to whom Our Lord personally entrusted his message of Divine Mercy to the world.I … Read more

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The Technical Side of Choosing the Right Rosary

Sep 30, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

Give me a rosary, any rosary will do!Is this how you feel when you're faced with many different rosary styles? Or are you a bit more particular about choosing just the right one?If … Read more

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Don't Name (Or Try to Discover the Name Of) Your Guardian Angel

Sep 26, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

One of the beautiful and consoling teachings of the Catholic Church is that each one of us has a Guardian Angel given to us by God to lead us on the path to salvation.Beside each b … Read more

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3 Novena Prayers to St. Francis of Assisi

Sep 24, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

St. Francis of Assisi (1181-1226) is a universally loved historical figure; he is even revered by many non-Catholics as a holy and inspirational man. Although he is widely adm … Read more

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Three Popular Novena Prayers to St. Therese of Lisieux

Sep 20, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

The ever-popular and loved St. Thérèse of Lisieux, affectionately known as "The Little Flower," has her feast day on October 1st (on the old liturgical calendar, it is October 3rd) … Read more

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9 Practical Tips to Help You Stay Focused at Mass

Sep 13, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

Let's face it, keeping distractions at bay during Mass is a difficult task for just about everyone.We're human. We live in a fast-paced world. We have so many things bouncing aroun … Read more

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7 Quotes from the Saints on the Holy Name of Mary

Sep 11, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

On September 12th the Church venerates the holy name of the Blessed Virgin Mary because of her unique privilege as the Mother of God, the holiest of all God's creatures, the Qu … Read more

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Holy Smokes: Why Catholics Use Incense in Worship

Sep 09, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

At Mass and other liturgical services we see priests and altar servers swinging censers, sending clouds of incense wafting through the air. In Catholic liturgy, everything symboliz … Read more

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A Simple Prayer to Offer Your Day to the Blessed Mother

Sep 06, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

The best thing you can do to start off your day is to offer it up in prayer to the Blessed Mother, traditionally called a "Morning Offering." Below is a classic Morning Offering pr … Read more

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Praying to St. Bartholomew for Physical Healing

Aug 23, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

There are many go-to saints for physical ailments and medical conditions, but little-known among them is St. Bartholomew the Apostle.Read 30 Healing Saints for Common Ailments … Read more

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The Dignity and Qualities of a Holy Priest by St. John Eudes

Aug 18, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

St. John Eudes (feast day August 19th) was a priest and parish missionary in 17th century France, the most renowned and effective preacher of his day. At the age of 14 he con … Read more

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The Story of St. Roch, Patron Saint of Dogs and Dog Lovers

Aug 16, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

St. Roch, also known as St. Rocco, was a nobleman from Montpellier, France, the only son of the wealthy governor of the city.St. Roch (c. 1295–1327) was born with an unusual and de … Read more

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About Gretchen Filz

Litany to the Blessed Sacrament from the Diary of St. Faustina

The Technical Side of Choosing the Right Rosary

Don't Name (Or Try to Discover the Name Of) Your Guardian Angel

3 Novena Prayers to St. Francis of Assisi

Three Popular Novena Prayers to St. Therese of Lisieux

9 Practical Tips to Help You Stay Focused at Mass

7 Quotes from the Saints on the Holy Name of Mary

Holy Smokes: Why Catholics Use Incense in Worship

A Simple Prayer to Offer Your Day to the Blessed Mother

Praying to St. Bartholomew for Physical Healing

The Dignity and Qualities of a Holy Priest by St. John Eudes

The Story of St. Roch, Patron Saint of Dogs and Dog Lovers