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Five 10-Second Prayers for God’s Help

Aug 20th 2018 by Ashley Olik

I love finding ancient prayers and poems of the Church that are beautiful and deeply moving. The kind that continue for stanza after stanza, even when you think that more beautifu … Read more

Gain a New Understanding of the Holy Spirit's Role in Your Life

Aug 3rd 2018 by Whitney Hetzel

Of the three persons of the Blessed Trinity, it is the Holy Spirit I seem to know the least. Why is this? Perhaps it is because the pure concept of “spirit” is more … Read more

Four Prayers by St. Alphonsus to Sanctify Your Day

Aug 1st 2018 by Ashley Olik

Prayer is "the necessary and sure means of obtaining salvation, and [contains] all the graces we need to attain [salvation]...To save one's soul without prayer is most difficult, … Read more

Arrow Prayers: A Powerful Way to Cry Out to God

Jul 25th 2018 by Whitney Hetzel

What is an "arrow prayer"?An arrow prayer is a quick, very short prayer (usually only a sentence long) which brings us into the presence of God and the saints, seeking holy aid in … Read more

The White Cord Of St. Joseph: What You Should Know About This Unique Devotional

Jun 21st 2018 by Ashley Olik

More and more people are coming to know and love the Sleeping St. Joseph devotion, and still more know about the popular St. Joseph Home Sale Kit tradition when they need to sell … Read more

What Mary's Perfect, Immaculate Heart Means For Her Imperfect Children

Jun 8th 2018 by Ashley Olik

Did I have a relationship with Our Lady when I was growing up? If you had asked me, I would have said yes. After all, I recited the rosary. I prayed the Angelus. One year in high … Read more

Patron Saints Of The Military (Plus Patrons For Particular Branches & Services!)

May 11th 2018 by Ashley Olik

There’s nothing quite like seeing someone say goodbye to a spouse, family member, or friend in uniform at the airport. A long, silent hug. A gentle wave. A tearful goodbye … Read more

Hidden Treasures In St. Joseph's Life: Meditating On His 7 Sorrows & Joys

May 2nd 2018 by Ashley Olik

When you're trying to imitate the behavior of someone you admire, reflecting on specific moments in his or her life is particularly helpful.We see the fruits of this practice when … Read more

While You Were Sleeping: St. Joseph, Pope Francis & A Good Night's Rest

Apr 23rd 2018 by Ashley Olik

When it comes to patron saints and intercessors, Pope Francis has no shame playing favorites. He has made it clear in various audiences, such as his 2015 meeting with families in … Read more

Redeeming “Doubting Thomas”: The Apostle of Divine Mercy

Apr 5th 2018 by Ashley Olik

It’s easy to miss fascinating details while reading the Gospels—but it’s also rather exciting, because when you finally do notice these details, you appreciate t … Read more

God Calling: His Actual Words To Holy Women Through the Centuries

Feb 19th 2018 by Ashley Olik

Imagine how excited you would be if the celebrity, singer, speaker, or actor that you admire most in the world intentionally smiled at you and waved from afar, just to show that h … Read more

Do You Need A Motto For Lent?

Feb 15th 2018 by Mary Kate Hetzel

St. Josemaría Escrivá is best known for reminding ordinary Christians to find sanctity in daily life and work. He once wrote, "Either we learn to find our Lord in or … Read more