What if communion could help you love your spouse even more?
If you want to avoid going “off the road” in your married life, you must build your love on rock and nourish it with the sacraments, especially with that of …
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The reflex that Padre Pio’s mother instilled in him to repair blasphemy
When Padre Pio was still young, his mother taught him how to “repair” the damage caused by blasphemy. When he was still a child, Francesco Forgione – the future Padre …
Pope Francis: In moments of darkness choose the path of prayer and hope
The pope’s daily homily from Santa Marta VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis on Friday urged Christians not to fall into the trap of vanity in moments of pain and sorrow, but …
How guardian angels can soften an obstinate heart
If you are trying to speak the truth to someone, try praying to their Guardian Angel. Have you ever tried arguing with someone about the faith, but never make any …
3 lessons from Martha and Mary on how to host a great party
From Rachel Ray to Mother Teresa, I need lots of help to be a hostess. “So who are you,” a good friend asked me recently, “Mary or Martha?”We were discussing …
3 Things to remember when you’re babysitting other people’s kids
Keep these tips in mind when you’re caring for children who are not your own. Are you watching any kids this summer? Maybe you’re doing a good deed for your …
4 Good reasons to stop giving grandparents a hard time
At a time when young moms and dads are feeling wiped out, here’s why they shouldn’t be too demanding of their own parents. If you take a look at social …
Chastity, unmarried couples, and pre-marital relationships: what to do?
“My boyfriend and I have been dating for a little over a year and half. Initially we struggled to practice chastity, but that effort lessened over time.” Q.What advice do …
7 Misconceptions about chastity
It is not a list of prohibitions, but a path that leads to the joy of true love. Alex Deschênes discovered St. John Paul II’s theology of the body when …
How meditation on the present moment can relieve anxiety
If you are anxious about the uncertain future, try meditating on the present moment and let God take care of the rest. It’s relatively easy to become anxious about the …