Did you know R.I.P. is a Latin prayer?
The abbreviation frequently found on gravestones has an ancient history tied to Catholic funeral ceremonies.Found on gravestones throughout the world, R.I.P. is an abbreviation that has a rich history. The …
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The symbolism of a Eucharistic holy hour on Thursdays
Pope Francis recommends making a Eucharistic holy hour every Thursday, a practice that has a great amount of biblical symbolism. Among the many devotions that Pope Francis recommends in his …
Exorcist Priests’ Warning as Halloween Approaches
The International Association of Exorcist Priests (IAE) warned in early October against the deviations observed around Halloween: “Today, the celebration of Halloween seems closely linked to dark and obscure realities …
How to transform your home into a sacramental
We all desire that our homes be places of peace, joy, and healing. Here are some simple steps to help make your home a place of holiness. “Wow, your home …
Our Lady of Akita’s powerful message to the modern world
With ties to Fatima, Our Lady of Akita relayed a similar message of repentance and prayer to a Japanese religious sister. The apparitions began June 12, 1973. On June 12, …
How to make a consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Find some great resources to help you get started, along with two prayers from Maximilian Kolbe that you can pray as a family. During the past century, several Popes practiced …
9 Symbols of the Holy Spirit used by the Church
The Catholic Church lists nine symbols of the Holy Spirit that are most frequently used to help us understand the great mystery of the Third Person of the Trinity. The …
The meaning of the 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit
Catholic, take note! Since the coming of the Holy Spirit on the apostles, at Pentecost, Christians are aware of the gifts with which the third Person of the Trinity assists …
8 Names with which we know the Holy Spirit
Our Lord Jesus Christ told the Apostles that he had to leave so that the “Paraclete” could arrive. By what other names do we know God the Holy Spirit? The …
Evening prayer to protect yourself from evil during the night
At the end of the day, all we want to do is rest and sleep in peace. But anxiety about what might happen to us at night can interfere with …