Faith & Culture These saints know firsthand about surviving pandemics
But even more, they know about how a pandemic can become a way to serve God and neighbor.. Finding a saint who…
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Faith & Culture 12 Ways to honor St. Joseph this March
What the month of March means to Catholics and how to honor it in your home. Did you know that in the…
Faith & Culture Why St. Roch is a powerful patron against plagues
The plague disappeared everywhere he went. During the 14th century there was a plague in Italy, and St.
Faith & Culture Why do priests drop a piece of host into the chalice?
The symbolism of this act recalls the unity of the Church and the spiritual connection between each celebration.
Faith & Culture How to bless your home with Epiphany chalk
It is a powerful blessing that lasts the whole year. Each year around the feast of the Epiphany many parishes throughout the…
Faith & Culture Why Catholics bow their heads at the name of Jesus
The custom is biblically inspired and was instituted by Pope Gregory X in the 13th century.
Faith & Culture How to make your day holier as a busy person
Many people still don't know the secret to making every moment count. Life has never been busier, and even though we may…
Faith & Culture Why do Catholics use crucifixes that show Jesus on the cross?
The use of crucifixes by Catholics follows an ancient tradition that honors the supreme sacrifice of Jesus.
Faith & Culture Moses, Elijah, and Jesus: Why are they all together at the Transfiguration?
This unusual “gathering” has deep eschatological meaning. And looking at a single word in the original Greek can help decipher it.
Faith & Culture Shortest And Most Powerful Miracle Prayer for Lent
Shortest And Most Powerful Miracle Prayer Never Known to Fail Lord Jesus, I come before Thee, just as I am, I am…