“Qui fecisti nos ad te et inquietum est cor nostrum, donec requiescat in te.” “You made us for Yourself and our hearts find no peace until they rest in You.” St. Augustine says that “our hearts find no peace” until they rest in...
What be a pirate’s favorite letter? The “arrr” you say? No. The pirate loves the “c.” Ahoy, Mateys! Today, the 19th of September, be International Talk Like a Pirate Day. Now, I know what ye be thinkin’. Ye be thinkin’,...
One of the pioneers of the modern Catholic novel, Georges Bernanos earned a top literary reputation even in his lifetime. The author is far from being merely a darling of the academy, however. The popes of the last fifty years have widely appreciated Bernanos. Here...
Have you ever wondered if Halloween is evil? Should Catholics be celebrating Halloween? Is the holiday harmless or dangerous? This time of year evokes debate from all different perspectives about the origins, safety, and sanctity of the yearly celebration of...
What exactly is a “Doctor of the Church” you might ask? The word “doctor” comes from the Latin word “docere”, which means to teach or instruct. The Church sees these great doctors of the Church are some of the greatest teachers and...
