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Did the saints ever lose their tempers?
When we struggle with anger and irritation, we tend to think that we’ll never be saints.
The Hidden Bond in Sacramental Marriages: God’s Own Divine Life
At the wedding feast at Cana, Our Lord elevated marriage, the sacred institution established by God at the beginning of the world, into one of the Church's seven sacraments. A sacrament is an outwa...
Popular New Book: "Navigating the Interior Life" by Dan Burke
No one seeks God alone. Everyone needs help. But it's far too easy to get lost on our journey to God. The world is constantly drawing us away from God, muddling our compass, and steering us off co...
6 Saints Who Took Flight & What They Teach Us
There's more to holiness and sainthood than extraordinary phenomena, but we are all intrigued when we read of the saints who exhibited such gifts. Levitation is one manifestation of union with God,...
Which female saints has the Church declared “doctors”?
Throughout history, God has raised up extraordinary teachers—doctors—to guide and enlighten His Church. Did you know that four of these Doctors of the Church are women?
Purgatory: Why We Believe & What We Can Do
After growth and vibrancy during the lush and prolific seasons, sunstruck leaves in the treetops begin to age and turn. They slowly dapple with the passage of time. Drying and curling until no long...
The Deadly Sins Don’t Work Alone: How Vice Spreads and How to Fight Back
Small sins lead to bigger ones, and bigger sins spread sideways into habits, relationships, and patterns of thinking that begin to feel normal.
Video Lecture: Exorcist Priest Talks Spiritual Warfare
Catholics seem to be having a renewed interest in the topic of spiritual warfare these days.Pope Francis has mentioned the devil in his homilies frequently, warning us against his infernal tactics ...
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Grace Kelly Prays with Fr. Patrick Peyton [Video]
During her life and after her death, Grace Kelly captivated people. She radiated elegance, beauty, class, femininity, and poise. She was both an icon and an ideal. At the same time, she was modest ...
What did history get wrong about “Bloody Mary”?
Sometimes what history “got wrong” is not the facts themselves, but the framing.
VIDEO: St. Maria Goretti's Relics Venerated by Thousands in Charlotte
From September to November 2015, the relics of St. Maria Goretti were sent from her basilica in Nettuno, Italy, to the United States on a "Pilgrimage of Mercy." The tour went to various parishes in...
Do Catholics worship statues?
The Bible says to not make “graven images and worship them.” So why do Catholics have statues?
How many countries did St. Francis Xavier visit?
India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan...
Before Our Lady came, who visited the children at Fatima?
And do you know the prayers this visitor taught them?
When St. Thérèse saved soldiers in World War I…
She died in 1897, but countless French soldiers attested to her protection.
What happened to St. Thérèse’s hair?
If you ever visit Lisieux, France, make sure you visit not only the Basilica of St. Thérèse but also her home to see her most beloved treasures.
9 Saintly Laywomen To Inspire You Throughout The Year
When you think of female saints, who are the first women that come to your mind? (Actually stop and name those five!) When I stop to consider five female saints, I think of St. Therese of Lis...
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...
The Day My Mom Ran Into Mother Teresa When She Needed It Most
Sometimes we just don't appreciate certain stories until we are old enough.I am quite sure that my mom had told me how she ran into Mother Teresa once, but apparently this story had little effect o...
Preparing for Pentecost: Making Room for the Holy Spirit
Prepare for Pentecost by opening your heart to the Holy Spirit. Discover His gifts, fruits, power, and ongoing work in the Church today.
How often do you pray the Divine Mercy Novena?
Our Lord promised immense graces to those who recite it.
Your Fall Feast Day Guide
It's not just sweater season—it's the season of saints as well!
My Supernatural Experience with St. Maria Goretti
There was a soft voice inside me suggesting that I should visit and venerate the relics of Saint Maria Goretti during her tour in the United States. I took action and told my husband we had to go. ...
Catholic Wedding Gifts Help Newly Married Couples
Weddings are one of the most beautiful celebrations in the lives of two people, their families, and their friends. Wedding gifts are an important part of the celebration and perfect for the couple ...