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Did you ever wonder just how much wine was made at the wedding at Cana?
The next time you hear the story of Cana, remember those six enormous jars. Christ's first miracle was not only a sign of His divine power, but also a remarkable demonstration of His generosity.
What to do with your palms (for those of us who can't seem to make that perfect cross)
We know Palm Sunday is the day we bring home a palm from Mass, but have you ever thought about the deeper meaning behind this tradition? Find out here.
The St. Benedict Medal: A Medal Rich in Meaning
Tomorrow is the feast day of one of the most influential saints of the West, St. Benedict of Nursia. This blog is meant to not only honor St. Benedict, but also explain and honor the famous and pow...
How to Support Military Families: A Catholic Guide to Faith and Encouragement
Support military families with faith. Discover Catholic encouragement, practical help, and meaningful ways to strengthen soldiers and loved ones during deployment.
A Call to Prayer with Our Lady Queen of Palestine
October 25th is the feast day of Our Lady Queen of Palestine. What is the history of this title of Mary and how can we unite in prayer to her for those who live in the Holy Land, both on her feast ...
4 Life Lessons from St. John the Baptist - Courage & Discipleship for Today
From the moment he leapt in his mother Elizabeth's womb to the moment of his martyrdom, St. John the Baptist gave himself entirely to communicating the message and love of Christ. This mysterious s...
Celebrating Dads With Gifts From The Catholic Company
The biblical image of God the Father is not just happenstance. God wanted to be seen by His children as Creator, Provider, Caregiver, Teacher, Comforter, Sustainer, Healer, and even Corrector. Does...
Which daring Mexican priest was famous for his disguises?
The threat of death could not stop Fr. Miguel Pro.
9 Things Few People Know About Our Lady of Guadalupe
December 12th is the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. This is a glorious feast not just for the people of Mexico, but for the USA too and all the people of the Americas.
What does a home blessing actually do?
What actually happens when a Catholic home is blessed? Discover what the Church asks God to do for the home and everyone who lives there.
How to Use the St. Benedict Medal
The popular St. Benedict medal is crafted after the spiritual legacy of St. Benedict of Nursia (d. 547 A.D.) the founder of the incomparable order of Benedictine monks, and, as a result, Western mo...
St. Padre Pio: A Life Marked By The Cross
Padre Pio’s priesthood was marked above all by prayer, sacrifice, and the sacraments. His celebration of Mass was the summit of his spirituality, drawing people from around the world who sensed the...
St. Joan of Arc: The Peasant Girl Who Led the French to Military Victory
May 30 is the feast day of St. Joan of Arc (1412 - 1431), patroness of soldiers, captives, prisoners, martyrs, rape victims, people ridiculed for their piety, and France—the country she gave her li...
How to Pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy
The Divine Mercy Chaplet is a prayer taught to St. Faustina Kowalska by Our Lord, who revealed to her how to efficaciously invoke his Divine Mercy and its great power to save souls and convert even...
How To Do The Stations of the Cross At Home
Now that most public liturgies are canceled—both Masses and parish Stations of the Cross—many of us are feeling the void in our Lenten practices. The good news is: you don’t have to gather in you...
Fr. Kapaun, Korean War Army Chaplain, Receives Medal of Honor
On April 11th, 2013 President Obama posthumously awarded Fr. Emil Kapaun (April 20, 1916 – May 23, 1951) a medal of honor for his service, valor, and self-sacrifice as an Army chaplain during the K...
8 Signs Your Soul Is Spiritually Dehydrated + How To Hydrate
Spring holds the promise and evidence of new life all around us. We see it bursting forth with each new day and each new flower and tree. It is the season of rejuvenation, growth, and bloom. There’...
Preparing Kids for Faith Formation Classes - Helping Young Hearts Grow in Faith
Learn about the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (CCD) and how to prepare your child for faith formation classes by creating a culture of faith at home.
St. Rita & the Grace of What Seems Impossible
St. Rita’s life of suffering, perseverance, and hope continues to inspire Catholics facing impossible situations, grief, and unanswered prayers.
6 Reasons to Cultivate a Devotion to the Precious Blood
During the month of July, the Church invites us to grow in our love and devotion to the Precious Blood of Christ. Although Pope Pius IX instituted this feast in 1849, the devotion is as old as Chri...
How Jesus is Both God and Man – And Why It Matters
When we contemplate the two natures of Christ, the Divine and the human, we stand at the threshold of one of the most profound mysteries imaginable. That Jesus was both God and man, perfect Godhood...
Eight Ordinary Things a Priest Who Confronts the Extraordinary Wants Every Catholic to Do
A recurring theme of Fr. Dan's is that spiritual warfare isn't primarily about reacting to the devil, but about growing closer to Christ.
When the Wine Runs Out: What Christ's First Miracle Taught Me About Marriage
Discover what the Wedding at Cana teaches about Catholic marriage. Learn how Christ's first miracle offers hope, healing, and renewal for marriages.
Meditations for Holy Week: Good Friday
"But He was pierced for our offenses, crushed for our sins; upon him was the chastisement that makes us whole, by his stripes we were healed..."