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Interview with Fr. Kauth: The Resignation of Pope Benedict XVI

Feb 18, 2013 by Gretchen Filz

Last week, after the news of the Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI stepping down from his office as the Pope, I sat down with one of our Charlotte diocesan priests, Fr. Matthew Kauth, … Read more

Pope Benedict XVI Resignation Announcement Reflection

Feb 11, 2013 by Nick Rabiipour

We are living in a historic moment. The last time a pope resigned was in the 15th century. Pope Benedict XVI is a man of deep faith, strong convictions, and fortunately for us, C … Read more

Classic Catholic Book: What Jesus Saw From The Cross

Feb 05, 2013 by Gretchen Filz

In Gethsemane, Jesus begged His disciples to "watch one hour" with Him.Another Lent begins next week.Before it ends, will you finally manageto watch one hour with Jesus,and in that … Read more

January 1: Why is Mary Called Mother of God?

Dec 31, 2012 by Gretchen Filz

On the very first day of every new year, January 1st, the Church appropriately honors the Blessed Virgin Mary with a Marian feast day and a Holy Day of Obligation. And the title b … Read more

The Holy Family, the Holy Trinity, and You

Dec 28, 2012 by Gretchen Filz

The feast day of the Holy Family appropriately falls within the 8 days of Christmas, the celebration of the Incarnation of Jesus Christ. Part of the mystery of the Incarnation is … Read more

New Evangelization at Its Finest!

Oct 22, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

Today we often here that the Church is in dire need. Dire need of everything from mass attending laity to vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Many religious orders, esp … Read more

The Year of Faith: Making the Most of It

Oct 10, 2012 by Gretchen Filz

Today, October 11, is the official launch of the Year of Faith. This date is significant because it's the 50th anniversary of the Second Vatican council and the 20th anniversary of … Read more

Spotlight on St. Francis of Assisi and the San Damiano Cross

Oct 03, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

Today is the feast day of one of the most influential saints, St. Francis of Assisi. Saint Francis of Assisi grew up in a wealthy family with a good education but quickly became a … Read more

St. Vincent de Paul: A Man of Great Charity and Courage

Sep 26, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

Today is the feast day of St. Vincent de Paul. St. Vincent de Paul is well-known throughout the world. He is famous for instituting the Congregation of Priests of the Mission, mo … Read more

Our Lady of Sorrows: A Reflection on the Sufferings of Mary

Sep 14, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

Today is the feast day of Our Lady of Sorrows. This feast day was born of the Servite Order, and in the seventeenth and eighteenth century it spread throughout the Catholic Church … Read more

Sacrament Spotlight: Anointing of the Sick

Aug 27, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

The Sacrament I, and many others, have the least experience with is the Anointing of the Sick. The Anointing of the Sick is a Sacrament that I have honestly never seen administere … Read more

St. Bartholomew the Mysterious Apostle

Aug 23, 2012 by Nick Rabiipour

Today is the feast day of St. Bartholomew the Apostle. Saint Bartholomew is one of the twelve Apostles and was introduced to Jesus through St. Philip. Unfortunately, not very muc … Read more