Did Mary die before going to Heaven? John Paul II had this to say
Jesus changed the meaning of death by taking it on himself. Could Mary of Nazareth have experienced the drama of death in her own flesh? Reflecting on Mary’s destiny and …
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Besides Jesus, which biblical saint walked on water?
Jesus wasn’t the only one to walk on water. Jesus is widely known to have walked on water, a supernatural feat that only God could make possible. However, there was …
St. Maximilian Kolbe’s spiritual weapon to win souls for Christ
St. Maximilian Kolbe called the Miraculous Medal his “bullet” that he used as a spiritual weapon. Many saints had their favorite prayer asking for God’s grace to convert a wayward …
Try this 11-word Morning Offering from Pope Francis
Let’s try to cut through the excuses and form the habit of this weighty spiritual practice. Countless saints and spiritual writers recommend the simple but weighty spiritual practice of beginning your day …
Was there a miracle in Fatima during Pope’s visit?
A visually impaired 16-year-old girl from Spain reports that after receiving Communion on the morning of August 5 in Fatima, she is now able to see. “Iopened my eyes and …
St. Dominic died on the feast of the Transfiguration
While St. Dominic is celebrated each year on August 8, he actually died on August 6, the feast of the Transfiguration. Typically saints are remembered on the anniversary of their …
WYD 2027: Pope announces next host country!
First, he invites young people to Rome for the Jubilee of 2025. Concluding the World Youth Day closing Mass in Lisbon, Portugal, this August 6, 2023, Pope Francis announced the …
John Paul the Leader: 30 years later, Denver still directs my life
As WYD in Lisbon draws to a close, we’re remembering 1993, and the amazing experience of Denver. Ihave been unexpectedly emotional as the 30th anniversary of the 1993 World Youth …
Your church is home: Like the temple, like Eden
You can have your own “Feast of Booths” right now and experience what the Jewish people did Ithink I finally understand why walking into the National Shrine of the Immaculate …
When Padre Pio was visited by a soul from purgatory
He was alone in prayer when a man appeared out of nowhere. Padre Pio is known for his many mystical experiences during prayer, often piercing the heavenly veil while on …