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Why is St. Jude portrayed with an image of Jesus in his hands?
What is the giant medallion he carries on his chest?
How did St. Benedict survive poison... twice?
It is also one reason why the St. Benedict Medal became associated with spiritual protection. The prayers and symbols on the medal reflect Benedict's unwavering confidence in Christ's power over ev...
Today is National Weatherman Day...Who should you pray to if you need a thunderstorm?
St. Scholastica is a powerful intercessor for weather.
New Book Release: The Miracle of Father Kapaun-Priest, Soldier and Korean War Hero
Find the new release Catholic book, The Miracle of Fr. Kapaun: Priest, Soldier, and Korean War Hero, here.Emil Kapaun-priest, soldier and Korean War hero- is a rare man. He will receive a Medal of ...
12 Gift Ideas to Express Your Devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe
Devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe is part of Mexico's identity, and most Mexicans are proud to call themselves Guadalupanos.For other Hispanic and non-Hispanic countries, the affection for the Moth...
Why should I get my throat blessed?
Have you ever had your throat blessed at Mass on the Feast of St. Blaise? Here’s why!
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.
The Story of St. Roch, Patron Saint of Dogs and Dog Lovers
St. Roch is often depicted as a pilgrim with a walking staff and seashell (the symbol of a pilgrim), an open sore on his leg, an angel by his side, and a dog at his feet.
A Prayer to St. Joachim & St. Anne, Parents of the Immaculate Conception
Below is a lovely reflection and prayer to Saints Anne & Joachim, parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary and grandparents of the incarnate Jesus Christ, from the USCCB (click here for a PDF).Each y...
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.
The Story of St. Bernadette and Our Lady of Lourdes
February 11 is the feast day of Our Lady of Lourdes, one of the most famous apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary that took place in southern France. On this day in 1858 a young, poor girl named B...
The 4 Patron Saints of Impossible Causes
There are instances in every person's life when it seems that a problem is insurmountable or a cross is unbearable. In these cases, pray to the patron saints of impossible causes: St. Rita of Casc...
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 Things You Might Not Know About the Sign of the Cross
Most of us know that the sign of the cross invokes the Holy Trinity - the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. But there is a lot more to know about this traditional gesture that brings to mind Ou...
St. Rita of Cascia: Patron Saint of the Impossible
May 22 is the feast day of St. Rita, an Augustinian nun from 14th-century Cascia, Italy. She is the patroness of impossible causes and hopeless circumstances because of her difficult and disappoint...
Mental Illness: Five Patron Saints to Invoke
There are patron saints for almost everything we can think of: lost items, cooking, school, lawyers, travel, politicians, brides, countries, and countless illnesses. The list is endless. Yet for th...
Gifts Ideas for the Priests We Cherish
Is it far-fetched to say we Catholics cherish our priests? After all, they may not even know us personally; they may recognize our faces, but not know our names (though it's amazing how priests do ...
Three Generations of Veneration: St. Joseph of Cupertino
In my family, we have been devoted to the patron saint of test-takers, airline pilots & passengers, astronauts, and those with learning disabilities for at least three generations. It began whe...