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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 evan … Read more

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Praying Through Lent: A Prayer to the Blessed Mother

Mar 12, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

There is no better companion for our Lenten prayer journey than our Blessed Mother. During this season of penance, she who witnessed her Divine Son suffer and die for the sins of m … Read more

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

Mar 08, 2017 by Veronica Mena

Praying the rosary is one of the best-known methods for reflecting on the passion of Christ, particularly the Sorrowful Mysteries. But there are also some other wonderful ways to m … Read more

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

Mar 08, 2017 by Whitney Hetzel

"By reason of His immensity, God is present everywhere; but there are two places where He dwells in a particular manner. One is in the highest heavens, where He is present by th … 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 sea … Read more

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A Prayer for Ash Wednesday: A Different Kind of Fasting & Feasting

Feb 28, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

Penitential prayers are an important Lenten devotional practice. Here is one to get you started on Ash Wednesday to help you have the right disposition of heart as your 40+ day jou … Read more

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A Short History of the Devotion to the Holy Face of Jesus

Feb 28, 2017 by Laura Jean Rabiipour

Veneration of the Holy Face of Jesus has its beginning during the very passion of Our Lord, making it one of the oldest devotions in the Christian tradition. This devotion originat … Read more

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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

A Prayer for Ash Wednesday: A Different Kind of Fasting & Feasting

A Short History of the Devotion to the Holy Face of Jesus