10 Amazing facts about the power of the Eucharist
It is “a work and gift of the whole Trinity” FROM THE ARCHIVES The Eucharist comes to us as a work and gift of the whole Trinity. – Raniero Cantalamessa, …
Catholic Letters
What is the Apostolic Pardon?
Reserved for those on their deathbed, the Apostolic Pardon is a true gift of grace for the dying. As a person draws closer to the doors of death, there is …
This grieving girl witnessed her father travel from purgatory to heaven
All because she had three Masses said for the repose of his soul. During the 17th century, a grieving young girl approached Benedictine Abbot Millán de Mirando at the monastery …
This organization gives $1,000 to parents of stillborn babies
Rebekka and Randy Hauskins have found a way to give meaning to their daughter’s death. When Rebekka and Randy Hauskins lost their unborn daughter back in 2010, they found the …
How did St. Joseph die?
His departure is known as the perfect example of a “happy death.” Little is known factually concerning the life of St. Joseph, foster father of Jesus. He is mentioned only …
5 Steps for having a conversation with God using the Bible
A contemplative form of prayer, centuries old, is the key A year ago, I discovered the Lectio Divina Journal. When it arrived and I began using it, I decided it was …
The secret lives of 6 Elizabethan heroes who risked death to remain Catholic
Whatever your spiritual commitments are, these brave souls will inspire you. Reformation Day was this past week and a number of my friends were celebrating. As a convert, I have …
VIDEO: The Loretto Chapel Staircase Miracle
Deep in the Southwestern United States is Santa Fe, the City of Holy Faith. It was here that in the 1800s seven nuns set up a school for girls, and …
Prayer for finding a new house by St. Joseph
When house hunting is difficult, St. Joseph is the one to call. St. Joseph is widely known as a patron saint of house hunters or those who wish to sell …
5 Steps to finding a spiritual director as a Catholic
Come Holy Spirit, fire of love, sanctifier of souls, and director of directors … A few months ago, my spiritual director moved away, leaving me with the daunting task of …