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Blessed Carlo Actutis is set to be canonized in 2025. That means he’ll become a Saint. THAT means he’ll be “the Patron Saint of (something).” Many are jumping the gun and claiming he’ll join Saint Isidore of Seville as a Patron Saint of the Internet. In fact, if you plug “patron saint of the internet” […]
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Saints are special and you should pick someone special to you. But sometimes they’re just so overused that you need a fresh perspective. There are THOUSANDS of canonized saints to choose from! Why settle for being the third Catherine of Siena or Francis of Assisi in just your group? Here are 10 saints NOT to
10 Saints NOT to Choose for Confirmation (and 5 You SHOULD!) Read More »
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There are less than a handful of stories in the Bible before Jesus started preaching. I’ve often wondered, what he was like as a young boy and a teenager? He obviously knew who he was, when he knew where his Father’s house was, but what experience did he have as a human boy, yet Divine…let’s
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“Jesus waits for you”, I mumbled to my almost three-year-old half-heartedly during the Consecration one Sunday. It had been a particularly hard Mass, and my husband and I were shuffling seats, trying to separate the troublemakers. Much to my surprise, her eyes opened wide. “ME!” she exclaimed loud enough for the pews around us to
“ME!” A Three Year Old’s Perspective on the Eucharist Read More »
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St. John Paul II said, “The Sacred Heart has given us everything — redemption, salvation, sanctification.”
Sacred Heart of Jesus: 5 Simple Ways to Celebrate Read More »
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July 22nd is the feast day of St. Mary Magdalene, an important woman in the gospel story whose name has been misrepresented for centuries. Recently, Catholic authors and scholars have been cleaning up the mess and showing respect to this second-most-mentioned woman of the Bible. Let’s unpack the misconceptions and uncover who she really is
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Did you know that the popular trilogy, “Kristin Lavransdatter” was written by a female Catholic convert? Did you also know that she hosted mass in her home inviting anyone who would come, and prayed for vocations from her hometown? In faith, she donated a set of gorgeous vestments for the first priest from her hometown
100 Years After Sigrid Undset’s Conversion, Donated Vestments Finally are Used! Read More »
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Lately there has been an explosion of “AI Art” (art generated by artificial intelligence). It is becoming more prevalent on different media sites, in social media, and through different media platforms. This has caused some fantastic discussion about the definition of art, what constitutes sacred art, and whether or not artificial intelligence should be used
What Would John Paul II Say about AI Art? Read More »
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The source and summit of our faith as Catholics is no doubt the Eucharist. Yet, there is doubt for many. For one third of Catholics, this is just a symbolic gesture. It’s amazing that the most crucial thing that separates Catholics from other Christians (there are many but this is the most crucial) is transubstantiation.
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I just returned from the 10th National Eucharistic Congress, and let me tell ya. There is quite a bit to discuss. The registration line wasn’t long enough I stood in line to get my badge for an hour and a half. Some people stood in line for two hours. I did not hear of anyone
10 Completely Legitimate Complaints about the 10th National Eucharistic Congress Read More »
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Born Milton Teagle Simmons on July 12, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana, the flamboyant Richard Simmons spent his life helping others feel better about themselves and lose weight by sweating to the oldies. What people may not know about Simmons is that he is Catholic and briefly studied to be a priest. Here are some
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Everyone loves a good deal, especially when you have 300 kids to feed (ya know those large Catholic families), and toilet paper to buy. This year’s Amazon Prime day is July 16-17, 2024. They have deals before the big event, and even continue for the next week after Prime Day is over, so be sure
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The Augustine Institute is releasing a new catechetical series this summer recorded primarily in the U.S. What is Symbolon? How is it accessed and used in parishes? What can you hope to get out of this new series? Let’s dive into those questions and learn what this new program can do for you and your
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As Catholics, evangelization is a call to spread the good news of our faith through word, deed, and prayer. The call to preach the gospel throughout our lives is not just for clergy; it is for all of us. Jesus, through his word, has instructed us to live our faith and to share it. Below
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Throughout the Old Testament there are several instances of God establishing a covenant. He did so with Adam in the Garden, with the nation of Israel through Moses where the Law was delivered, with Noah after the great flood, with Abraham and his descendants, and lastly with King David. These covenants are a part of
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St. Josemaria Escriva was no stranger to suffering. Despite this, he continuously preached on the importance of cheerfulness and the christian’s call to joy. He said “the children of God should always be sowers of peace and joy” (Furrow 59). What is Cheerfulness? First we need to know what kind of joy Josemaria was talking
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While all in great fun, there is a lot to the Catholic faith that if you aren’t raised Catholic, will get questioned. Here are a few of the things converts (or those who have yet to convert) might not quite understand on first hearing them. 1. Communion We Eat the Body and Blood of Christ?!
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Is there a current topic more controversial and more misunderstood than the Church’s stance on women? Recent internet trends around “tradwives”, what certain football players choose to say about motherhood, and ecclesial tensions about deaconesses all have this theme in common: women in the Church. The Church teaches that all are called to sanctity but
Women Saints who Show Our Many Womanly Vocations Read More »
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The Novena to the Infant of Prague stems back to the 16th century. The statue originated in Spanish culture but eventually landed in the Czech Republic in the city of Prague where it is today. The statue of the Infant of Prague resides in Our Lady of Victory Parish where millions have visited the site
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Most of us know the common facts about Pope Benedict. He’s German, he was a pope, he resigned, he died. In between all that, he even wrote some encyclicals and made quite a few papal visits. (Nothing like St. John Paul II, but still!) In honor of what would be Pope Benedict XVI’s 97th birthday,
8 Quick Facts About the Man, the Legend, Pope Benedict XVI Read More »
