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99 Questions to Complete Your Examination of Conscience

Mar 31, 2017 by Laura Jean Rabiipour

O God, be merciful to me, a sinner. —Luke 18:13Many of us may be tempted to begin our examination of conscience when we get in line at the confessional. There is nothing wrong w … Read more

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The Last 7 Words of Jesus: A Lenten Meditation

Mar 30, 2017 by Laura Jean Rabiipour

Lent is a time that the Universal Church reflects on Christ's Passion and Death in an intensely focused way. After Jesus was nailed to the cross, He spoke 7 short expressions. Thes … Read more

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The Stabat Mater Dolorosa: One of the Greatest Catholic Hymns of All Time

Mar 27, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

The Stabat Mater Dolorosa is considered one of the seven greatest Latin hymns of all time. It is based upon the prophecy of Simeon that a sword was to pierce the heart of Jesus' mo … Read more

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Praying Through Lent: Psalm 51

Mar 25, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

Psalm 51 is the famous psalm of King David that he composed with a contrite heart after being rebuked by the prophet Nathan for his adultery with Bathsheba, and the murder of her h … Read more

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How to Pray the Stations of the Cross

Mar 24, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

The Stations of the Cross, also known as the Way of the Cross, or Via Dolorosa (Sorrowful Way), is a popular Lenten devotion. Many parishes join as a group and pray … Read more

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Praying Through Lent: Litany of the Precious Blood

Mar 18, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

Prayers focused on the Passion of Christ and the redemption offered through his sacrifice is an important part of Lenten devotional prayers (view our selection of Lenten prayer and … Read more

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This Prayer to St. Joseph Dates to 50 A.D.

Mar 17, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

This prayer to St. Joseph is said to be dated to the year 50 A.D., which, if accurate, would make it part of the apostolic tradition. Nevertheless, it is very old and is among the … Read more

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St. Patrick's Famous Breastplate Prayer

Mar 15, 2017 by Kathleen Wellman

Saint Patrick is one of the most famous and beloved saints of the Catholic Church. This 5th century missionary bishop was so effective in his ministry that his legacy of evangeliz … Read more

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Praying Through Lent: The Litany of Humility

Mar 04, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

Humility is the prize of all the virtues, and practicing it well is the key to obtaining all the rest. Penance, fasting, and almsgiving, all highlighted during the Lenten season, … Read more

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99 Questions to Complete Your Examination of Conscience

The Last 7 Words of Jesus: A Lenten Meditation

The Stabat Mater Dolorosa: One of the Greatest Catholic Hymns of All Time

Praying Through Lent: Psalm 51

How to Pray the Stations of the Cross

Praying Through Lent: Litany of the Precious Blood

This Prayer to St. Joseph Dates to 50 A.D.

St. Patrick's Famous Breastplate Prayer

Praying Through Lent: A Prayer to the Blessed Mother

3 Simple & Unique Ways to Meditate on the Passion of Christ

A Good Reminder We All Need: God is Near Me Always

Praying Through Lent: The Litany of Humility