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What are First Fridays and First Saturdays?
Looking for a concrete way to increase your devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Blessed Mother? Look no further!
Who is the only female saint called “the Great”?
This saint was known for her immense humility and her devotion to the Holy Souls
What Is the Church’s Devotion this month? (Hint: we got it wrong yesterday)
We were intrigued. And slightly surprised that we had somehow missed this profound rhythm of devotion tucked so beautifully into Catholic life.
A Simple Prayer to Offer Your Day to the Blessed Mother
The best thing you can do to start off your day is to offer it up in prayer to the Blessed Mother, traditionally called a "Morning Offering." Below is a classic Morning Offering prayer to give all ...
Who was the first American born citizen to become a saint?
With the zeal of a true missionary, she and her sisters brought dignity to those who had been forgotten
5 Reasons for Seeking Spiritual Silence & How to Begin
Silence does not come naturally to me. My brain is frequently spinning plates. I am inclined to "talk to think." Retreating interiorly in silence and prayer takes focus and discipline for us extro...
Did you know you're praying the Bible at Mass?
After years of attending Mass, it is easy to say these words almost automatically. Yet when we slow down and listen carefully, we discover that the liturgy is saturated with Sacred Scripture.
What saint was the only one who believed St. Margaret Mary Alacoque?
In 1675, St. Margaret Mary was receiving the now-famous revelations of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Yet instead of being believed, she was met with skepticism.
Faith-Filled Mother’s Day Gifts for New Moms and Moms-to-Be
Mother’s Day (or any day) gifts for new moms and expectant mothers. Faith-filled ideas to encourage and support her first season of motherhood.
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini - Giving Without Reserve
The first time I remember learning about Mother Cabrini, I was in second grade. In my Faith Formation class, we each chose a saint and wrote a report for All Saints Day. There was no internet in th...
Why are chalices made of gold?
These vessels are noble in more ways than one.
The Importance of the Holy Eucharist in Catholicism
Veiled in the quiet reverence of the Mass, the Holy Eucharist is the beating heart of Catholic worship. This sacrament is not merely a ritual, but a divine mystery that invites believers into a pro...
Looking for Unique Valentine's Day Gifts? We've Got You Covered!
This year, consider celebrating love the way St. Valentine would have, by choosing a gift that reflects faith, devotion, and lasting meaning.
Jesus' Promise for Praying with a Crucifix
We recently posted an article called Praying with a Crucifix Like a Saint where we talked about how praying with a crucifix can be a great aid to enhancing and deepening your prayer life. This was ...
What did Joseph and Mary’s betrothal look like?
Through miraculous lilies, God chose a simple carpenter for Mary’s spouse.
A Latina Woman's Reluctant Journey to Wearing a Mantilla
It seems that more and more women are bringing back the tradition of wearing chapel veils at Mass. How does a woman come to change her belief about practicing an old Catholic custom in such a moder...
Did you know hot chocolate has Catholic roots?
Being a Catholic sure is sweet!
Why do we call Mary our Blessed Mother?
This Mother's Day, remember to honor your Blessed Mother as well!
Who is the patron saint of florists?
Legend tells us that this saint arranged celestial flowers minutes before her martyrdom.
Covert Tactics to Convert Your Loved Ones
There are probably few things harder to deal with than watching a loved one resist a deeper conversion to Christ. This loved one may be a fallen away son or daughter, parent, spouse, or friend; the...
Before the Conclave: What the Cardinals Are Doing Right Now
With the death of our beloved Holy Father, the Church has entered a sacred time known as the sede vacante—the period when the See of Peter is vacant and the Church prayerfully prepares for a new sh...
From the French Revolution to the American frontier…
…Sister Rose-Philippine blazed a long missionary trail.
What is “Visio Divina?”
There is a beautiful type of prayer that you may have never heard of.
Do you practice "divine seeing?"
This prayer practice can help heal your vision…