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The Legendary Catholic Origin of April Fools' Day

Mar 29th 2019 by Ashley Olik

Did you know? According to popular tradition, one of the most likely origins of April Fools’ Day is the result of the Western world switching from the Julian calendar to th … Read more

Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem: A Pro-life Message of Hope in The Holy Land

Jan 17th 2019 by Whitney Hetzel

Each January, over 100,000 pro-life advocates participate in the March For Life in Washington, D.C. This visible form of peaceful protest has become an important and powerful way … Read more

Fear Not the Night: St. John of the Cross and Spiritual Darkness

Dec 12th 2018 by Ashley Olik

St. John of the Cross was a priest, a Carmelite, a Doctor of the Church, and a writer of mystical poetry. With a name like “of the Cross,” you might think that St. John was de … Read more

The Devil's Drink: How the Pope Cheated Hell by "Baptizing" Coffee

Nov 15th 2018 by Gretchen Filz

A dark, bitter, boiling hot, and addictive beverage that bestowed almost super-human energy, sharpened the wits, and had its origins in the land of the infidels was certainly susp … Read more

What You Should Know About the Immaculate Heart of Mary

Aug 28th 2018 by Gretchen Filz

One of the most popular Marian devotions in the Catholic Church today is that of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, often honored alongside the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This devotion has … Read more

St. Lawrence: The Inspiring (And Witty) Patron of Deacons

Aug 8th 2018 by Ashley Olik

We often think of deacons simply as "assistants to priests," but that is not the whole truth: St. Lawrence shows us that deacons have a crucial role in building up the Church and … Read more

Lessons From St. Martha's Legendary Dinner Party

Jul 26th 2018 by Ashley Olik

St. Martha, the feisty sister of Mary of Bethany, tends to get a bad rap. After all, when Jesus came to visit the two sisters, Martha complains about Mary not helping—and Je … Read more

A Vision of Mary's Heavenly Glory by St. Bridget of Sweden

Jul 18th 2018 by Gretchen Filz

Saint Bridget of Sweden (1303 - 1373) was one of the most important and famous mystics of the Middle Ages, causing her to be named one of the patron saints not only of Sweden, but … Read more

Ever Ancient, Ever New: A New Feast For Mary, Mother of the Church

May 18th 2018 by Ashley Olik

The Monday after Pentecost is a Marian feast day. Didn’t you know? It’s alright if you didn’t. After all, Pope Francis only just declared the feast of Mary, Mo … Read more

Begin Lent With The Four Last Things

Feb 14th 2018 by Whitney Hetzel

"Remember man that you are dust, and to dust you shall return."These words, which derive from the Book of Genesis, were spoken in the liturgy on Ash Wednesday when ashes were pla … Read more

A Novena To St. Blaise

Feb 2nd 2018 by Catherine McManamon

On February 3rd, the Catholic Church celebrates the feast of St. Blaise.St. Blaise was born into a wealthy Christian family in Armenia. He was trained as a physician before becomi … Read more

Why Do Catholics Choose A Saint’s Name At Baptism?

Jan 8th 2018 by Ashley Olik

Candles are lit, the petite white gown has been donned by a squirming infant, and now the celebrant turns to the parents holding the child and solemnly asks:“What name do you give … Read more