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  • Unsung Hero Priests of September 11, in the Face of Suffering

    Gillian Weyant - Sep 11, 2018
    Let us always remember September 11, and the priests that were unsung heroes in the face of suffering. The history of Catholicism is permeated with an immense number of stories of holy men and women offering up their lives for Christ and His Church.  Suffering is something that is an integral component of Catholicism, although not in a hopeless or morose way.  We, as Catholics, believe in the redemptive value of suffering.  With the example Christ gave by His ultimate...
  • 4 of The Best Mother Teresa Quotes That Inspire and Encourage

    Jeannie Ewing - Sep 6, 2018
    These are 4 of the best and treasured Saint Mother Teresa quotes that directly reflect the heart of her ministry that lives on today.  They will inspire and encourage you on your own journey, to live as she did: simply, humbly, and always surrendering to God’s lead.
  • Why Catholics Should Fast Outside of Lent and How To Do It?

    John Kubasak - Sep 4, 2018
    There’s no question that non-lenten fasting has disappeared from American Catholic culture for the last fifty years.  So here is why Catholics should consider fasting outside the season of Lent and some practical steps on how to do it.
  • Experience More Joy with A Little more Silence at Mass

    W. P. Bennett - Aug 30, 2018
    “When we retreat from the noise of the world in silence, we gain a new perspective on the world. To retreat into silence is to come to know ourselves, to know our dignity.” Cardinal Sarah. Perhaps we can expereience more joy with a little more silence at Mass. 
  • Create Your Own Amazing Home Prayer Space with These Tips

    Jeannie Ewing - Aug 28, 2018
    Here are some ways that concept became a reality for us. I share them with you, because I believe that sacred space in our humble abodes is so vital to our spiritual wellbeing. In this modern era, we are fighting against the culture that is constantly dividing families and creating facades through technology for us to hide behind. It’s rare for children and parents to actually sit down in one room – at the same time – to even share a meal these days.
  • This is Why I am Still Catholic,  What about You?

    Michael McDevitt - Aug 23, 2018
    "Why I am still Catholic!"  A statement that has been turned into a question that each of us need to contemplate and pray deeply about as we face difficult times within the Catholic church.  We are not in it alone as we are united to the same Christ.  This reflection from Michael McDevitt, a layperson, provides a unique and heartfelt perspective about why he still loves and embraces the Catholic faith.
  • Helpful Back to School Tips for Catholic Families

    Sara and Justin Kraft - Aug 21, 2018
    The return of school naturally turns our attention to the value of education. However, education is not solely or even primarily the task of our local school district or catholic school. Here are some helpful back to school tips for your Catholic family.
  • Celebrating Mary’s Feast Throughout the World

    Gillian Weyant - Aug 16, 2018
    Depending on where we are, the celebrations in Catholicism can differ.  The celebration of feast days especially can be noticeably different across the world, so we may find traditions that are new to us but in fact have existed in that country for many years.  It is especially noteworthy to think about how Mary, our Blessed Mother, is honored throughout the world.  
  • Why Taking Time to Rest Is Important for Us

    Jeannie Ewing - Aug 14, 2018
    How do we find that elusive “balance” our culture encourages? Or is there something more we can learn about the value of slowing down and allowing our bodies, minds, and souls to find rejuvenation? We can look to scripture for some answers on the importance of finding rest. Then, we can reflect on how these principles apply to us and what we can do to incorporate more leisure into our daily lives.
  • Discover the Roots of RCIA in the Church’s History

    Charles Kaupke - Aug 9, 2018
    The Catholic Church is a church of converts. Ever since Saint Peter preached the first homily on Pentecost Sunday, the Church has been attracting converts from every race, language, nation and culture. But how was initiation into the faith conducted prior to the promulgation of the modern RCIA process? What was it like to become a Christian in the earliest centuries of the Church’s life? And how is modern RCIA similar, and different, to the initiation process of the early Church?
  • The Beauty and Importance of the Four Major Basilicas

    Oakleigh Stavish - Aug 7, 2018
    The Basilica of St. Mary Major is one of four churches designated “major basilicas,” all of which are located in Rome. Also formerly called “patriarchal basilicas,” each of these churches represents one of the major ecclesiastical provinces ruled in the past by a patriarch. Currently, they are called “Papal basilicas” and have an altar at which only the pope or a person designated by him can say mass. The principal four major basilicas are the Basilica of St....
  • 6 Obscure Saints with Feast Days in August

    John Kubasak - Aug 2, 2018
    Here are a list of lesser-known saints with feast days in the month of August. 
  • The Importance of Reading and Understanding Papal Encyclicals

    W. P. Bennett - Jul 31, 2018
    By going through the different types of documents a pope can release we can begin to see what an encyclical actually is and than we can move into a little strategy for trying to read the encyclical.
  • St. Mary MacKillop: The First Australian Saint

    Gillian Weyant - Jul 26, 2018
    On October 17, 2010, Mary MacKillop became the first ever native of Australia to be canonized by the Catholic Church.  Her life was full of service to the poor or otherwise helpless, and throughout her years on earth she displayed a truly Christlike devotion to others.
  • Learn How to Do Your Own Spiritual Retreats

    Charles Kaupke - Jul 24, 2018
    The great news is that the decision to take a retreat doesn’t need to be simply another item on your To-Do list. You literally can construct a retreat of your own making! A do-it-yourself retreat might seem like an impossible task, but with a little creativity and determination, you can craft a weekend that meets your spiritual needs and is conducive to your schedule.
The Ultimate List of U.S. Catholic Shrines

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I Was A Pilgrim In History

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The book tells of the journey of the Magi from Egypt where they first witnessed a vision of the birth of the child Messiah. The story follows the Magi to their meeting with Herod and finding the Holy Family. It then follows the Holy Family’s flight to Egypt and their return trip to Nazareth. The story explores some new details of Jesus’ childhood and how His identity was kept secret. The story continues to the time of the Crucifixion of Jesus, and it ends with the Blessed Mother completing the first Stations of the Cross. 

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