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Before Our Lady came, who visited the children at Fatima?
And do you know the prayers this visitor taught them?
The Advent Calendar As a Window Into God's Patience
That’s the heart of Advent. Each day’s anticipation mirrors the longing of Israel, the patience of God, and the steady hope that Love always keeps its word.
The Seven Last Words of Christ—Part V
Today we meditate upon Christ’s fifth word: “I thirst.”
6 Steps to Becoming a Godly Woman
Our society and our Faith have much to say about womanhood. Those two perspectives often diverge, but thankfully, we have Sacred Scripture, the many examples of the female saints, and the writings ...
Catholic Mother’s Day Gifts for Grandmothers: Meaningful & Faithful Gifts for Her
Shop Catholic Mother’s Day gifts for Grandma at The Catholic Company. Personalized, Marian, and prayerful gift ideas that honor a Grandmother's faith and legacy.
The Lenten Program: How To Prepare For Your Most Fruitful Lent Yet!
Why does it always seem that as soon as we put away the last of the ornaments and decorations, Lent comes upon us faster than we can work off that last batch of Christmas cookies we ate? We gener...
Why Is Shrove Tuesday the Feast of the Holy Face of Jesus?
To honor the Holy Face of Jesus on Shrove Tuesday is to remind ourselves of Veronica who comforted Our Lord.
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 ...
Catholic Wedding Gift Ideas: Religious Wedding Gifts for Catholic Couples
Holy Matrimony is a joyous occasion uniting a bride and groom in a sacred covenant with God. It's a covenant so life-altering and sanctifying that it is a sacrament in the Catholic Church.
The "Great American Eclipse" and the Catholic Liturgical Calendar
People from all over the world are traveling to the United States to witness a rare and phenomenal astronomical event. A total solar eclipse will pass across the length of the entire United States,...
Why Do Catholics Use So Many Candles?
Walk into any Catholic Church, and it’s impossible to miss seeing candles.There are candles on the altar, a special candle near the tabernacle, and candles in front of images or statues of the Sacr...
Best Mother's Day Gifts for Catholic Moms: Our 2026 Gift Guide
Motherhood is a sacred calling worthy of celebration. This Mother’s Day, honor her with meaningful gifts designed to strengthen and inspire the woman who helps lead your family to heaven.
Why does the Church use candles?
They are so familiar we don’t give them much thought…but what do they really symbolize?
Why is Bethlehem called “the city of David”?
Isn’t Jerusalem more important for King David than Bethlehem?
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 To Make An At-Home Prayer Corner
I have friends whose purses are as well-stocked as a pharmacy. If anyone needs an aspirin, some chapstick, or a band-aid, they are always prepared. I'm not that person. Even at home, it took me a...
Icons - A Beginner's Guide
Man has always desired to see God. After all, we are visual learners and seekers of truth. God placed those yearnings within us, and since ancient times, the Church has understood them, providing i...
Can cheerfulness actually be a spiritual weapon?
What made Philip remarkable was not only his mystical experiences or his founding of the Oratory, but his conviction that friendship and joy could be paths to sanctity.
Living Liturgically: Using Holy Water in Your Devotional Life
Catholics expect Holy Water to be present at the entrance to every church, but many don't realize that it's so much more than a Sunday ritual. It's an ancient and powerful sacramental of the Church...
Father’s Day Gifts for Catholic Fathers: Honoring Dad's Spiritual Strength
Celebrate Catholic fathers with meaningful Father’s Day gifts that honor faith, leadership, sacrifice, and the sacred vocation of his fatherhood.
Why does the Church give Gregorian Chant "pride of place"?
Its unhurried rhythm and lack of musical clutter seem to create room for recollection.
Who said the first novena?
Where did this popular Catholic tradition begin?
The feast of the Holy Family is a perfect time to dedicate your family to the Holy Family
Pope Saint John Paul II once said that the Holy Family is the “perfect model for the domestic church.”
Are you familiar with the Cord of St. Joseph?
The Cord of St. Joseph is especially associated with prayers for purity, protection, perseverance, and assistance at the hour of death.