The other Mount of Temptation you might not know about
Overlooking Barcelona, the Tibidabo hill has tempted Christian kings and Roman emperors alike.
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Why St. John Paul II believed the liturgy is not “private property”
In his letter on the liturgy, Pope Francis echoed a theme that St. John Paul II reflected on in his encyclical on the Eucharist.
Relics of St. Andrew Kim Taegon enshrined in Burkina Faso
St. Andrew Kim Taegon is recognized as the first Catholic priest in South Korea, and recently some of his relics were transferred to a West African parish in Burkina Faso.
Relics of St. Peter are thought to be found in Roman church
Archaeologists will compare remains to those in St. Peter’s Basilica to confirm they belonged to the first pope.
Why is Sunday Mass important, anyway? The pope explains
What would you do if you were at Calvary near Jesus crucified? In his reflection on the Eucharist during today’s general audience in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis insisted again …
What to avoid before, during, and after your child’s First Communion
As a parent, focus on what makes this one of the most important days in your child’s life. The preparations for and experience of a child’s First Communion has an …
Vatican confirms new translation of prayer of absolution
he new English translation of the prayer of absolution will be implemented starting in 2023 in the United States. During the USCCB’s Spring Assembly in 2021, among the many actions approved …
Meet the first “untouchable” cardinal: Anthony Poola was born a Dalit in India
“The Dalits don’t need a cardinal, but the Church needs a Dalit cardinal …” Archbishop Anthony Poola, 60, is one of two Indians on the list of new cardinals to …
Why Catholics cover crucifixes and statues during Holy Week
Veils over sacred images keep our minds on the promise of Easter. It seems strange that during the most sacred time of year Catholics cover everything that is beautiful in their …