There’s something distinctive about how the Catholic church views Jesus. While protestant theology focuses solely on his divine nature, Catholicism also honors his human nature and relationships. It emphasizes the important roles that other people played in bringing Jesus to the world. People close to Jesus, including his mother Mary, his foster father Joseph, and … Read more
There isn’t an official ranking of saints in the Catechism nor is there a papal decree declaring some saints more important than others. That said, Catholics worldwide venerate one particular saint more than all the others — the Blessed Virgin Mary. Historically and culturally speaking, Mary is ‘the greatest saint’ in the Catholic Church. Not … Read more
Christians started going on pilgrimages not long after the death and resurrection of Jesus. The first recorded Christian pilgrimage was by Bishop Alexander, a Cappadocian bishop who travelled to Jerusalem in the year 212, less than 200 years after Jesus was crucified. But it was Empress Helena who popularized the practice with her 4th century … Read more
We often think of knowledge and wisdom as things we get from experience and learning. But there are plenty of well learned people who are neither wise nor knowledgeable in the things that matter most in life. Like Solomon asked for wisdom, we should also pray to God to fill us with knowledge and discernment … Read more
Padre Pio, also called St. Pio of Pietrelcina, is one of the most notable saints in the Catholic Church. He was born in 1887 and by the age of 5, he dedicated himself to Jesus. At the young age of 23, he was ordained to priesthood. Padre Pio was famous for his deep spirituality and … Read more
Buying or building a new home is a big deal and a moment worth celebrating. As you plan those housewarming parties, don’t forget to give thanks to God for your new home and commit it to him with the following prayers. If, on the other hand, you are praying for a new home, scroll down … Read more
Sometimes, it can feel like you are stumbling from one problem straight to another. There seems to be no end to tribulations and trials to the point that you might feel your faith crumbling and your spirit getting weak. If you have friends and family to encourage you, that’s awesome. But do you know what’s … Read more
Whether it is the 1st, 5th, 10th or 50th wedding anniversary, it is a time for great celebration. It is also a time to give thanks to God, ask for his blessings and commit your marriage in his hands. Here are four prayers that are perfect for a wedding anniversary, whether it’s your own, your … Read more
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” We all know this verse from Philippians 4:7. But have you ever thought about what it is like to have this kind of peace? The regular human kind of peace is a frail and unreliable thing. … Read more
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