Catholic Gift Ideas

Catholic Gift Ideas

With Easter around the corner, some are wondering what they can give to a relative or friend who will be a newly ordained priest or deacon,  coming into the Catholic Church on Easter, or someone receiving first communion or confirmation. There are many holy reminders...
Prepare for the Desert: Readings for Lent, 2026

Prepare for the Desert: Readings for Lent, 2026

If you’ve been paying attention to the gospels the last couple of Sundays, it may be a good indication that it is hinting at what is about to happen. With the Christmas season behind us, it is time to gear up for another liturgical season that teaches us...
Advent Preview: Sunday Gospels

Advent Preview: Sunday Gospels

A new liturgical season is just around the corner. On November 30th, the Catholic Church begins the season of Advent. Advent comes from the Latin adventus, which means coming. It is a time of spiritual preparedness for the coming of Christ. Each year, the Advent...
Five Features from Gospel of Matthew

Five Features from Gospel of Matthew

The Catholic Church celebrates the feast of St. Matthew the Apostle. Originally known as Levi, Matthew encountered Christ while he was working as a collector. Yet, Christ called him to something better. He would follow Christ and write the longest gospel of the New...