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Magnificat: A Tool For Daily Prayer

May 19, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

The Magnificat is a magazine quickly sweeping the Catholic World - second to none in its pocket-sized, easy-to-read nature. The Magnificat, according to the publisher, is a “spirit … Read more

Sacrament Spotlight: Holy Matrimony

May 14, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

Of all of the Sacraments, none has been, and more than likely will continue to be, more brutalized, disturbed, and augmented than the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony. What was on … Read more

May Birthstone (Emerald) Rosary

May 11, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

Emerald, the May birthstone, has been worn and used for centuries. Many in the ancient world believed that emeralds brought both intelligence and power. In fact, in ancient India e … Read more

Catholic Gifts and making a difference

May 10, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

In Western society we have a beautiful tradition of gift-giving. We have numerous days on which we give gifts to one another including birthdays, religious events, religious holida … Read more

Sacrament Spotlight: Confirmation

May 07, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

One of the most mysterious sacraments of the Church is Confirmation. Confirmation is unique in that it is both a Sacrament of initiation, meaning that it initiates or begins … Read more

Angel Statues + Garden = Contemplative Zone

May 05, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

What percentage of Americans do you think garden? 25%? 50%? Actually, according to the 2000 Census, 61% of Americans garden. If that percentage holds true today, then over 186 mill … Read more

Saint Florian the Master of Fire and Water

May 04, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

Saint Florian is one of the most courageous and fearless saints to have lived. He lived in Rome during the third century which featured one of the most savage and ferocious persecu … Read more

St. Peregrine: The Patron Saint of Cancer Patients

May 01, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

Today is the feast day of none other than St. Peregrine. Saint Peregrine was born in 1260 to a wealthy family and became an activist against the papal party of his hometown, Forli, … Read more

Sacrament Spotlight: Holy Communion

Apr 26, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

According to the Papal Encyclical Lumen Gentium, what is the “source and summit of the Christian life”? Hint: It’s not the Holy Spirit, the communion of saints, or the Holy S … Read more

April Birthstone (Diamond) Rosary

Apr 21, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

Diamond, the April birthstone, is one of the famous gems in history. As many know, the diamond is the hardest substance on earth. The April birthstone is also known for its unique … Read more

Catechism of the Catholic Church: A Tool For Answering Tough Questions

Apr 19, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

Why do Catholics pray to the Saints and Mary? Where do you find purgatory and praying for the dead in the Catholic Bible? Mary was only a virgin until the birth of … Read more

Your Graduate Is Sure To Love A Catholic Graduation Gift

Apr 14, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

Studies show that each year over 1.2 million students drop out of high school. And high school graduates make on average $200,000 more in their lifetime than their non-graduate bre … Read more

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