In Patris Corde, Pope Francis says one of the goals of the apostolic letter establishing this year of St. Joseph is “to encourage us to implore his intercession.” St. Joseph is a well-known miracle worker and powerful advocate for those who seek his...
Lent is meant to be more than just giving up chocolate for six weeks. It’s also supposed to be more than forty (or ninety) days of cold showers or bread and water fasts. At least, that’s what St. John Chrysostom, the golden-mouthed preacher of the faith and Doctor of...
In recent days, there has been backlash about some depictions of Christ and his Blessed Mother. Though a blonde Mary and a pale Jesus are not exactly historically accurate, that doesn’t mean such images shouldn’t exist. Bishop Hying of Madison, Wisconsin...
What do you really need for a wedding? Many couples spend months and sometimes years planning the perfect event complete with a lengthy guest list, carefully selected catering, and even live music. For those getting married in the midst of safer-at-home guidelines...
In May e celebrate Pope St. John Paul II’s 100th birthday. Even 15 years after his death, he continues to impact Catholics throughout the world. But even with his notoriety, there are some facts you may not know about this saintly pope. 1.When his mother,...
