The Obscure and Holy Saints of Gaudete et exsultate

The Obscure and Holy Saints of Gaudete et exsultate

It is no surprise that Gaudete et exsultate, Pope Francis’ latest apostolic exhortation on holiness is making news (and waves!). Hopefully, it is also making saints. Pope Francis exhorts the faithful to seek holiness. He encourages and edifies us, giving us the...
The Devil Hates Lent – Here’s How to Beat Him

The Devil Hates Lent – Here’s How to Beat Him

Lent can be a difficult Liturgical Season for some Christians. In addition to the fasting, abstinence, sacrifices, alms-giving, and penance, it often seems like the devil ups the ante on spiritual warfare. It’s almost like he is throwing a satanic temper...
The 6 Most Annoying Pet Peeves of the Advent Season

The 6 Most Annoying Pet Peeves of the Advent Season

With Christmas fast approaching you may be feeling like we tend to get Advent wrong in our rush to Christmas. Maybe you have developed some Advent pet peeves that leave you feeling like you want to offer some Catholic Christmas clarifications to keep the season...