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Earliest-Known Latin Hymn Was Composed by a Bishop for His Daughter

Jan 13, 2017 by Gretchen Filz

St. Hilary of Poitiers (300–368 A.D.), French-born Doctor of the Church, was one of the great bishops of early Christianity. He was from a noble pagan family and converte … Read more

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Why the Sunday Mass Obligation is a Gift from God

Jan 12, 2017 by Whitney Hetzel

Last Sunday I found myself struck by a thought during Mass. I'm not sure why it occurred to me, or actually why it had never occurred to me before.The thought that came … Read more

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10 Scripture Verses to Inspire Your New Year

Dec 30, 2016 by Whitney Hetzel

"Hope smiles from the threshold of the year to come, Whispering 'it will be happier'..." - Alfred TennysonWho doesn't love an inspirational quote for the New Year? Each January c … Read more

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Litany of the Infant Jesus

Dec 24, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

A litany prayer to the Infant Jesus that offers a beautiful meditation, especially during Christmas season. Pray with a group (responses in italics) or alone. This litany is a remi … Read more

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A Christmas Prayer for the Forgotten

Dec 24, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

Dear Lord,As we prepare for Your coming,let us reflect on the journey Yourearthly parents took.They were tired and alone,yet there was no room for them at the inn.There was no on … Read more

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A Christmas Novena for the 9 Days before Christmas

Dec 15, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

One of the best things about celebrating a Catholic Christmas are the final days leading up to Christmas Eve. There are several long-standing Catholic cultural traditions that … Read more

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A Prayer to Saint Nicholas

Dec 04, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

Saint Nicholas of Myra was a 4th century bishop in what is today Turkey. He was famous for his generosity to the poor, protection of the wronged, and zeal for orthodoxy. He was als … Read more

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Blessing of an Advent Wreath

Nov 25, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

The following blessing of the Advent wreath is taken from the Catholic Handbook of Prayers. Gather your household to pray this blessing together before the first candle i … Read more

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A Prayer of Thanksgiving & Gratitude

Nov 23, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

Father in Heaven, Creator of all,and source of all goodness and love,please look kindly upon usand receive our heartfelt gratitudein this time of giving thanks.Thank you for all … Read more

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Journey Through Advent: Our Top 3 Advent Prayer Books

Nov 10, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

Advent is a truly joyous time of year. We spend more time with friends and family, do more fun baking in the kitchen, attend parties, and listen to Christmas music. While all thes … Read more

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ELECTION DAY: Prayer to Our Lady + Tips for Fasting & Sacrificing Today

Nov 08, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

"If evils increase,the devotion of the People of Godshould also increase."- Bl. Pope Paul VIWe are inviting everyone to pray and sacrifice with us today, Tuesday, November 8, 2016, … Read more

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Pray a Novena to the Patron Saint of Hope: St. Jude

Oct 18, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

St. Jude Thaddeus, cousin of Jesus and one of his Twelve Apostles, is the patron saint of hopeless, desperate situations and lost, impossible, or forgotten causes—and it is said th … Read more

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Earliest-Known Latin Hymn Was Composed by a Bishop for His Daughter

Why the Sunday Mass Obligation is a Gift from God

10 Scripture Verses to Inspire Your New Year

Litany of the Infant Jesus

A Christmas Prayer for the Forgotten

A Christmas Novena for the 9 Days before Christmas

A Prayer to Saint Nicholas

Blessing of an Advent Wreath

A Prayer of Thanksgiving & Gratitude

Journey Through Advent: Our Top 3 Advent Prayer Books

ELECTION DAY: Prayer to Our Lady + Tips for Fasting & Sacrificing Today

Pray a Novena to the Patron Saint of Hope: St. Jude