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Novena to Our Lady of Fatima
Maureen Dillon - May 11, 2017
We are approaching the 100th anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady at Fatima. Let us spend some time asking for Our Blessed Mother's loving intercession under this beautiful title by praying this Novena to Our Lady of Fatima. -
Here’s A Beautiful Lenten Gospel Reflection Just for You
Charles Kaupke - Mar 9, 2017
The Gospel Reading for the Second Sunday of Lent recalls the Transfiguration of Our Lord at the top of a mountain. In this famous scene, Our Lord takes Peter, James and John up a high mountain and, once there, He is transfigured before them. In this post we will look at three details of the Transfiguration, as presented in the Gospel of Matthew, and see how they can enhance our Lenten journey. -
How to Have the Greatest Lent of Your Life: Week 1
Jeannie Ewing - Feb 28, 2017
Lent. Most of us dread it. Many of us enter into the liturgical season with some apprehension and discouragement because of the focus on penance, fasting, ashes, sacrifices, and mortification. It seems as if the road to self-denial will never end: 6 weeks of suffering, of self-abnegation? The Resurrection – our resurrection – seems to be so far in the distance that we often lose sight of why we enter into the desert with Jesus. It seems too long... -
7 Most Beautiful Quotes on the Power of Silence
Catherine Birri - Feb 23, 2017
Few people would argue with the statement that our modern society offers little opportunity for silence. Smart phones and mobile devices keep messages, emails, streaming music and video platforms, and social media feeds available to us essentially at all times. You can't even pump gas or take a cab ride without clips of news, entertainment, and advertising before your eyes and ears. There are two realities we need to accept: first, silence is an integral part of the development of our... -
15 Insightful and Beautiful Quotes on the Rosary
Catherine Birri - Jan 25, 2017
The Rosary is an incredibly powerful prayer. Here are some great reminders of the power, beauty, and importance of the Rosary. -
Here Are the Top 25 Quotes From the Bible On Hope
Jeannie Ewing - Jan 24, 2017
If there’s one of the three theological virtues that the world needs now, it is hope. Faith, hope, and charity are all intertwined in such a way that truly, none could exist or thrive without the assistance of the other two. But in this article, we will hone in on hope, because many of us are struggling with despondency or despair. We live in challenging times, in which despair is evident through acts of suicide, murder, acquiescence to apathy, etc. As you ponder... -
The Great Importance of Praying for Our Nation
Charles Kaupke - Jan 23, 2017
“I die the King’s faithful servant, but God’s first.” These words of Saint Thomas More, a man who was both a citizen and a politician, could serve as a sort of motto for all Christians who wish to live out their faith in the world. All our political leaders - whether we agree with them on certain issues or not - not only need, but in fact, deserve our prayers, for to them is entrusted the care of the common good (see Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraphs 1897... -
Be Ready for the Best Christmas Ever With These Reflections
John Kubasak - Dec 19, 2016
For weeks, we’ve heard that Jesus is coming and that we should prepare for Him. He stands at the door of our hearts every day, patiently knocking and waiting for us to open to Him (Rev 3:20). We can receive Him with every prayer and act of charity. This goes for all sacramental activities, too. The Word becomes flesh at every Mass! Jesus humbly comes to us under the guise of bread and wine. Jesus comes as the divine physician in confession, healing souls... -
Pray With These Advent Reflections To Be Prepared For An Amazing Christmas
John Kubasak - Dec 12, 2016
The third Sunday of Advent is Gaudete Sunday. Gaudete means “Rejoice!” The Lord of the universe became man, to save the human race—rejoice! He comes to us in all the sacraments; Jesus, the Son of God, wishes to dwell in our hearts. Rejoice! Do not be anxious or overly concerned about the things in this world (cf. Luke 12:22-31). This is especially important with Christmas coming closer: shopping lists, parties, family obligations, and more shopping... -
Boost Your Advent Season With These Daily Reflections
John Kubasak - Nov 28, 2016
In her great wisdom, the Church sets before us times of preparation for the two most important feasts of the year: Christmas and Easter. We should prepare for the coming of the Lord into our hearts every day, but our senses can get dulled. Great feasts catch our attention and are worthy of our celebration! The hour is now, St. Paul tells the Romans—not tomorrow. Jesus comes to us today, not in a distant time when we think we’ll be ready for Him. For any... -
How to Prepare for the Beautiful Season of Advent
Jeannie Ewing - Nov 21, 2016
Though Advent bears the dawn of a new liturgical season every year, most of us dismiss it as a period of celebrating Christmas before Christmas arrives. We adorn our homes with Christmas lights, decorated trees, tinsel and holly, festive tunes, and the like. All the while, the intent of Advent – a season of waiting, of silent but joyful expectation – falls by the wayside or perhaps into the din of our premature festivities. The world does not like to wait, and we are not... -
Why You Should Pray for the Souls in Purgatory Every Day
John Kubasak - Nov 16, 2016
During the month of November, we remember our departed loved ones in a special way. All Saints Day (Nov. 1) acclaims all the saints in heaven, and All Souls Day (Nov. 2) calls our attention to the souls of the faithful departed in Purgatory. Praying for the souls in Purgatory is sometimes cast in an antiquated, “we don’t do that anymore” sort of light. Whether we neglect the holy souls in that manner or out of ignorance, we do a disservice to our brothers and... -
The Value and Importance of Spiritual Reading
John Kubasak - Oct 19, 2016
The Christian spiritual life is a journey that doesn’t exist in a vacuum. Christianity requires a community to exist in and teachers from whom to learn the faith. The Holy Spirit animates the Church and, among other things, gives her the gifts of knowledge, wisdom, understanding, fortitude, good counsel, and fear of the Lord, piety. We have an obligation to build on those gifts sealed in us at our confirmation: and one of the most effective ways is spiritual reading. By... -
Do you know the Amazing 15 Promises of the Rosary?
Gillian Weyant - Oct 17, 2016
In our daily lives, it can be difficult to see past the mundane and focus on the profound mysteries of our Catholic faith. It is tempting to ask ourselves why we need to meditate if we are already going to Mass, if we are charitable to our fellow men and women and if we are fulfilling the basic principles of living a Christian life in general. However, we should not think in such a stagnant way: in order to truly fulfill our duties as Christians and grow in holiness, we should... -
The Three Secrets of Fatima Explained
W. P. Bennett - Oct 13, 2016
Few things seem to enflame people’s imaginations within Catholic circles more than the secrets of Fatima, especially the third secret. Perhaps you are quite familiar with Fatima and the secrets of Fatima and set great stock in them or perhaps you know very little or even doubt the credibility of the secrets. Whichever camp you find yourself in, it still is good to get an overview of what happened at Fatima, what the secrets actually are, and what some key theologians have said...
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I Was A Pilgrim In History
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.
An Introduction to the Life and Writings of Cora Evans
An Introduction to the Life and Writings of Cora Evans: Wife, Mother, and Mystic is a personal journal written by one of her best friend, Christian Brother, Edward Behan. Behan shares his knowledge of Cora's life and writings, of her thoughts and insights, which unfolded over six years of inspiring friendship. This book sheds much light on Cora and her relationship with our Lord.
The Refugee from Heaven
The Refugee from Heaven recounts the life of Jesus Christ as an eyewitness, beginning with the first meeting between Jesus and Peter, on the shores of Mount Carmel Bay. With vivid detail and dialogue, this unique account breathes new life into well-known figures of the Gospels.
A Time to Laugh and a Time to Weep
NOW AVAILABLE! A Time to Laugh and A Time to Weep is a prayerful journey for healing, forgiveness, charity, kindness, and courage that traverses the highs and lows of motherhood and faith in light of Cora Evans’ writings. Travel alongside Cora Evans and Jeannie Ewing — one a woman of the early twentieth century, another a modern Catholic living in the frenzied, post-modern Information Age — and realize that truth, beauty, and wisdom exist outside of time.
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