Easter is the day when Christians celebrate the resurrection of the Lord, Jesus Christ. Christians choose to celebrate this resurrection because ...
Many people think they can only receive Holy Communion once a day. And many people assume that, in order to receive Communion, they must participate ...
Lent is the season to turn away from sin and live a life more in conformity with God's will and plan. Penitential practices…
For Catholics, Scripture is embodied not only in our lives but also in the liturgy. In fact, it is represented first in the liturgy, by…
Pain and suffering have entered your life, but remember that pain, pain, suffering is nothing but the kiss…
When Christians of Protestant denominations attend a Catholic Mass, they are often surprised that the Catholics receive only the consecrated wafer (the body of…
The use of knotted beads or strings to count large numbers of prayers dates back to the early days of Christianity, but the rosary as we know it…
Let's start with the four human virtues: prudence, justice, fortitude and temperance. These four virtues, being "human" virtues, "are stable dispositions of the intellect and will which...
The Beatitudes come from the opening lines of the famous Sermon on the Mount delivered by Jesus and recorded in Matthew 5: 3-12. Here Jesus declared several blessings, ...
For Catholics, Lent is the holiest time of the year. However, many people wonder why those who practice that faith cannot eat…
Asking for forgiveness Sin can happen openly or in secret. But when not confessed, it becomes a growing burden. Our conscience attracts us. There…
While most confessions believe that Christ is the head of the church, we all know that they are run by people who are not perfect ...
Have you ever struggled and agitated because your life wasn't going the way you wanted? Do you feel like this now? You want to trust in God, but you have needs ...
Fear had assailed the Apostles when the wind and the sea were about to overturn the boat, they cried out for help to Jesus for the storm of ...
Faith is defined as a belief with strong conviction; firm belief in something for which there may be no tangible proof; complete trust, trust, trust ...
We often think that prayer depends on us, but that's not true. Prayer does not depend on our performance. The effectiveness of our prayers depends on ...
Shannon, a partner in a Chicago area law firm, had a client who was offered the chance to solve a case with a ...
Gary Chapman's best-selling book The 5 Love Languages (Northfield Publishing) is a frequent reference in our family. The premise of ...
Prayer is a form of communication, a way of speaking with God or with the saints. Prayer can be formal or informal. While…
For Christians, the Bible is a guide or road map for navigating through life. Our faith is based on the Word of God. ...
These forty days can seem terribly long for children. As parents, we have a responsibility to help our families faithfully observe Lent. ...
Find out what the Bible says about making God happy "How can I make God happy?" On the surface, this seems like a question you might ask before ...
THE SEVEN CORPORAL WORKS OF MERCY 1. Feed the hungry. 2. Give drink to the thirsty. 3. Dress the naked. 4. Lodging the…
Jesus Christ, the central figure of Christianity, died on a Roman cross as recorded in Matthew 27:32-56, Mark 15:21-38, Luke 23:…
Q. I am a married male with the addiction of pursuing other women and committing adultery very often. I become very disloyal to my wife despite…
There are many reasons why we need humility, but how can we have humility? This list offers ten ways we can develop sincere humility.…
TEN COMMANDMENTS, OR DECALOGUE I am the Lord your God: 1. You will have no other God outside of me. 2. Do not mention the name of God…
Because we make the sign of the cross before and after all our prayers, many Catholics do not realize that the sign of the cross does not…
The holy day Ash Wednesday takes its name from the ritual of placing ashes on the foreheads of the faithful and reciting a vow of…
One reader, while working with children, was asked the question "What happens when you die?" He didn't quite know how to respond to the child, so I…
Put selfless love at the heart of everything you do Seventh Sunday of the year Lev 19:1-2, 17-18; 1 Cor 3:16-23; Mt 5: 38-48 (year…
Lent - there is an interesting word. It appears to derive from the Old English word lencten, meaning "spring or spring." There is also a connection with the Germanic langitinaz…
Fellowship is an important part of our faith. Coming together to support each other is an experience that allows us to learn, gain strength and…
Have your prayers become futile and repetitive? You seem to be constantly stating the same requests and praise over and over, maybe even…
The word “celibacy” is typically used to mean a voluntary decision not to marry or to refrain from engaging in any sexual activity, usually…
When you wonder how God receives your prayers, turn to The Apocalypse. Sometimes you may feel like your prayers are going nowhere…
What is the papacy? The papacy has a spiritual and institutional significance in the Catholic Church as well as historical significance. When used in the context of the Catholic Church…
Frustrated at work? Consider the Fig A Fruit Often Mentioned in the Bible Offers a Surprising Spiritual Lesson Are You Satisfied with Your Current Job? Otherwise, don't…
In the Ash Wednesday gospel the reading of Jesus instructs us to clean up: “Put oil on your head and wash your face, so that…
I thought a lot about heaven this past year, maybe more than ever. Losing a loved one will do it to you. Within a year of each other,…
The story of the woman at the well is one of the best known in the Bible; many Christians can easily tell a summary. On its surface, history…
Lent is a season of the year in the Church calendar that Christians have celebrated for hundreds of years. It is a period of about six weeks…
Nobody gets a free ride from stressful times. Anxiety has reached epidemic levels in our society today and no one is exempt, from children to the elderly. ...
What happens in life isn't always orderly or predictable. Here are some ideas for finding peace amidst the confusion. Twists…
Are angels male or female? Angels are not male or female in the way humans understand and experience gender. But…
Check with these tips for finding joy wherever you hang your hat. Relax at home “Being happy at home is the end result of all…
Bernadette, a peasant girl from Lourdes, reported 18 visions of the "Lady" which were initially greeted with skepticism by the family and the local priest, before…
Have you felt God's pull on your heart? Becoming a Christian is one of the most important steps you will take in your life. Part of becoming…
If you're struggling with a loss, here are some ways you can find peace and comfort. Tips for a grieving heart In the days and…
"Angels with only one wing" + Don Tonino Bello I want to thank you, Lord, for the gift of life. I read somewhere that men are…