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St. Philip Neri: Patron Saint of Friendship

May 26, 2021 by Whitney Hetzel

Who doesn't want friends? We all do, right? And as Catholics, we have a saint who can guide us in developing and maintaining lasting friendships and in rooting them in j … Read more

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St. Joseph the Worker and the Sanctification of Human Work

Apr 30, 2021 by Cheryl Hadley

Since the dawn of creation, it has been the will of God that we share in His creative work. This call to work came from the Author of All Life, from the very beginning of Crea … Read more

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St. Peter Damian: Model for Priests and Laity

Feb 21, 2021 by AJ Ohlhaut

On February 21, we celebrate the feast of St. Peter Damian, a reformer and Doctor of the Church who lived in the early 11th century. As a Benedictine monk who lived at a time when … Read more

Ash Wednesday 2021: Why Ashes Will Be Sprinkled

Feb 16, 2021 by Rachel Summa

Like every holy day since the beginning of COVID-19, Ash Wednesday 2021 will look a bit different.Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent. If you attend Mass in the United States … Read more

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10-Step Checklist to Self-Examine Your Soul by St. Francis de Sales

Jan 24, 2021 by Gretchen Filz

"Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself. Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections but instantly set about remedying them—every day … Read more

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9 Saintly Laywomen To Inspire You Throughout The Year

Jan 19, 2021 by Ashley Olik

When you think of female saints, who are the first women that come to your mind? (Actually stop and name those five!)When I stop to consider five female saints, I think of St. Ther … Read more

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The Feast of the Holy Innocents - A Reflection

Dec 28, 2020 by Cheryl Hadley

Christmas is all things beautiful: consolation, awe, gratitude, and joy. Yet during this “most wonderful time of the year,” the Church invites us to ponder and remember … Read more

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The Symbolism Of The Three Christmas Masses

Dec 23, 2020 by Gretchen Filz

Christmas is the holiest day of the year. Just as we celebrate Easter with a triduum of liturgies (Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil), Christmas is celebrated wit … Read more

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Was Jesus Really Born In Bethlehem On December 25th?

Dec 21, 2020 by Gretchen Filz

You've probably heard it before: the claim that December 25th was originally an ancient pagan festival. Yes, many people say that December 25th was the day on which … Read more

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The Miraculous Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Dec 11, 2020 by Gretchen Filz

Our Lady of Guadalupe is a beloved devotion that fascinates both believers and non-believers. Millions of pilgrims travel across the world to visit the Basilica of Our La … Read more

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What's The Meaning Behind The Advent Wreath?

Dec 07, 2020 by Cheryl Hadley

While the exact origin of the Advent wreath is uncertain, one thing is undeniable: the use of this symbol is a longstanding tradition in our Christian faith, dating back to at l … Read more

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St. Francis Xavier: Catholic Evangelist and Patron of Catholic Missions

Dec 03, 2020 by Cheryl Hadley

St. Francis Xavier is one of our most exciting and adventurous Catholic saints. He devoted his life to missionary work in largely unexplored places of the world. Historians comp … Read more

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St. Philip Neri: Patron Saint of Friendship

St. Joseph the Worker and the Sanctification of Human Work

St. Peter Damian: Model for Priests and Laity

Ash Wednesday 2021: Why Ashes Will Be Sprinkled

10-Step Checklist to Self-Examine Your Soul by St. Francis de Sales

9 Saintly Laywomen To Inspire You Throughout The Year

The Feast of the Holy Innocents - A Reflection

The Symbolism Of The Three Christmas Masses

Was Jesus Really Born In Bethlehem On December 25th?

The Miraculous Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe

What's The Meaning Behind The Advent Wreath?

St. Francis Xavier: Catholic Evangelist and Patron of Catholic Missions