Church Fathers of the Church clarify Guardian Angels
Way more than "friendly spirits," guardian angels are well explained by 2,000 years of Church teaching.
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Church Priests being trained to spot opioid addiction, get help
Newark Archdiocese teaming with state. Cardinal sees need for greater support for adults struggling with opiate addiction who often turn to a…
Church Only Louis XVI will respond to the Sacred Heart
The devotion of the Family of France to the Sacred Heart was great, but of all the kings, only Louis XVI responded…
Church Marian apparition shrine in US to celebrate first solemnity in October
The only approved Marian apparition shrine in the United States will celebrate its first solemnity on October 9. On October 9, 1859,…
Church Marseille: the Pope’s witticism that made the whole assembly laugh
While Mgr Aveline delivered a word of welcome to the Pope, Francis interrupted him with a witticism which caused a brief moment…
Church What apparitions of the Virgin Mary are recognized by the Church?
Despite the thousands of apparitions reported over the centuries, only a handful of apparitions have been "sanctioned" by the Church.
Church Relics of Saint John the Baptist discovered in an ancient commandery
It was in a small church in Auvergne that relics from the Holy Land attributed to Saint John the Baptist, undoubtedly brought…
Church Ships in art: Symbols of the Church and our pilgrimage to heaven
The symbol of a ship is one that has consistently stayed with the Church throughout the centuries.
Church The surprising meaning behind the Virgin Mary’s name
The Blessed Mother was named "Mary," a significant name in the ancient world. After her birth (celebrated liturgically on September 8) the…
Church Is Mary an Egyptian name?
In the Old Testament only one woman is named Mary, and she is from Egypt. While numerous women in the New Testament…