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5 Myths of the Life of Mary Magdalene
John Kubasak - Dec 10, 2015
St. Mary Magdalene has the distinction of being one of Jesus' most faithful disciples. She stood at the foot of the cross (Matt 27:56, John 19:25) and she was the first to see the resurrected Lord on Easter Sunday (Matt 28:5-10, Mark 16:9, John 20:14-16). St. Luke has her among the first women to anoint the body of Jesus on Easter Sunday (24:10). For such an important figure in the days of the apostles, she’s a very misunderstood figure. Some misunderstandings are relatively... -
Why Do Catholics Believe in the Immaculate Conception?
Sara and Justin Kraft - Dec 8, 2015
We celebrate a beautiful and important feastday this week, in the middle of Advent. December 8 marks the “Feast of the Immaculate Conception” in the Catholic Church. The Church uses the word “Feast” to describe a day of commemoration in which we remember and ponder events of particular significance in salvation history. The teaching of the Immaculate Conception is so fundamental that the Feast has been raised to a Holy Day of Obligation, meaning the truth is so... -
12 Inspiring Thanksgiving Quotes from Catholic Saints
Jeannie Ewing - Nov 30, 2015
Gratitude is one of the most overlooked and underutilized virtue in our post-modern society, which is filled with narcissism and cynicism. Unlike these worldviews and lifestyles, gratitude springs forth from charity and humility, both of which naturally extend our hearts into a spirit of thanksgiving – for what we have been given, for who God is, and mostly for His love and mercy. The saints, of course, knew this well. Most practiced gratitude on a daily basis as it... -
What is Vocation in The Catholic Church?
W. P. Bennett - Nov 24, 2015
Our vocation is constantly being called out to us by God. It will fit us flawlessly, but in order to hear it we need to learn how to tune out the competing voices calling out for our attention. Hopefully this article will help with some skills on how to do that. We’ll look first at what a vocation means, some examples of vocations from scripture, and then look at the nature of vocations in our world today and some helpful suggestions on how to drown out the competing... -
The Absolutely Amazing Catholic Conversion Story Of Dorothy Day
Anne Stricherz - Nov 19, 2015
Every time I drive north toward my home in San Francisco, I gain a unique vantage of the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption. Completed in 1971, the modern architecture of this church—reminiscent of a large tent—shapes and distinctly characterizes the cityscape. And when I gaze at this mother church, I can’t help but recall the words of a woman many consider to be one of the greatest American Catholics—Dorothy Day. -
14 Of The Most Powerful Peace Quotes From St Teresa Of Avila
Maureen Dillon - Nov 17, 2015
With the political volitility in the US, Christian persecutions in the Middle East and natural disaters throughout the world, it can be challenging to continue to hope for peace in the world--the peace of Christ, the Prince of Peace. As Christians, we accept that we live in a fallen world and the cross is a reality. We accept that suffering and death are part of this journey, but that the ultimate reality is the Resurrection. We also accept that peace begins in our own hearts, our own... -
11 Awesome November Saints That You Really Can’t Miss
Jeannie Ewing - Nov 11, 2015
November is a fantastic month for devotees of several well-known saints in our Catholic tradition. Even for the recent convert or interested skeptic who wants to learn more about the lives of these incredible diverse people who eventually became canonized, this list (while not comprehensive) provides a fantastic foundation for further reflection. These men and women are certain to both inspire and encourage us on our faith journeys, and we can strive to imitate their virtues that led them... -
How to Fast and Pray
W. P. Bennett - Nov 10, 2015
There is something wrong with some of the more common perceptions of fasting and its relationship to prayer. Many view fasting as something external to prayer, as something that we add to prayer from the outside in order to make our prayer more efficacious, rather than viewing fasting as something that is inherently part of prayer. Rather than looking at fasting as something extra we add to prayer, we need to look at it as an integral part of prayer and conclude that our prayer... -
14 Of The Most Inspiring Quotes from St. Faustina’s Diary
Sara and Justin Kraft - Nov 3, 2015
St. Faustina was born in 1905. Through her and her diary, Jesus communicates to the world the message of His Divine Mercy. Not only have we been blessed with the Divine Mercy Chaplet and Divine Mercy Novena, but here are the 14 most inspiring quotes from the St Faustina Diary. -
How to Pray for Healing When Suffering
Jeannie Ewing - Oct 29, 2015
Humanity is plagued with brokenness, sickness, and death. We see evidence of this everywhere, through sin (both personal and social), diseases, socioeconomic variances, social injustice, and natural disasters. The consequence of the first sin sometimes whispers but more often shouts to us as a reminder that suffering is inevitable and universal. Despite this truth, God still longs for us to be healed through Him. This article will discuss our relationship with suffering, with... -
5 Of The Most Influential Catholic Scientists You Didn’t Know
John Kubasak - Oct 27, 2015
The modern reader might be surprised to read about scientists who were religious. Science is the domain of reason, after all, and faith has nothing to do with it. Further, if atheist authors like the late Christopher Hitchens or Richard Dawkins are to be believed, faith and reason are diametrically opposed. They claim that rational thought necessarily dismisses faith, and scientific endeavors follow that pattern since they assess empirical evidence. That may be an... -
12 Amazing Quotes from Saint John Paul II
Maureen Dillon - Oct 22, 2015
During his life and his pontificate, Pope John Paul II reached many, both Catholic and non-Catholic, with the depth of his insight into the human spirit. Today, on the feast of the great, modern saint, here is a list of 12 amazing quotes from Saint John Paul II that will move, encourage, and challenge you. Enjoy! -
Why do Catholics Pray the Rosary?
Maureen Dillon - Oct 21, 2015
Perhaps one of the most common and beautiful devotions practiced by Catholics is the recitation of the Holy Rosary. October is recognized as the month of the rosary, and, in honor of Our Lady’s prayer, this article is going to touch on the history of the rosary and its structure. This beautiful devotion has also been a source of some contention and confusion in our Protestant brothers and sisters. For this reason, we’ll close with some anwers to the question of "why do... -
Here Are 6 Of The Most Inspiring American Women Saints
Jeannie Ewing - Oct 14, 2015
Throughout history, many women have left behind notable legacies that eventually end up in history textbooks. But many of the most heroic women, steeped in virtue, remain unknown by the general population and even perhaps on the periphery in the minds of faithful Catholics. These six American women saints all carried a torch of charity in their hearts that was translated into educating the oppressed and minority groups, caring for the sick and dying, and establishing places of prayer... -
How to Pray to Saints: Here Are Some Tips
Sara and Justin Kraft - Oct 8, 2015
The Catholic teaching regarding the saints is often incorrectly interpreted as a stumbling block to friendship with Christ. Many view the saints as intruders. It is believed that the saints somehow stand between Christ and the believer. The real question at issue is whether one can come to know Christ more perfectly through the saints or without them. The resounding answer is that the saints play a pivotal role in our coming to know Christ because they always stand beside Him showing...
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- 1I Was A Pilgrim In History
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I Was A Pilgrim In History
The book tells of the journey of the Magi from Egypt where they first witnessed a vision of the birth of the child Messiah. The story follows the Magi to their meeting with Herod and finding the Holy Family. It then follows the Holy Family’s flight to Egypt and their return trip to Nazareth. The story explores some new details of Jesus’ childhood and how His identity was kept secret. The story continues to the time of the Crucifixion of Jesus, and it ends with the Blessed Mother completing the first Stations of the Cross.
An Introduction to the Life and Writings of Cora Evans
An Introduction to the Life and Writings of Cora Evans: Wife, Mother, and Mystic is a personal journal written by one of her best friend, Christian Brother, Edward Behan. Behan shares his knowledge of Cora's life and writings, of her thoughts and insights, which unfolded over six years of inspiring friendship. This book sheds much light on Cora and her relationship with our Lord.
The Refugee from Heaven
The Refugee from Heaven recounts the life of Jesus Christ as an eyewitness, beginning with the first meeting between Jesus and Peter, on the shores of Mount Carmel Bay. With vivid detail and dialogue, this unique account breathes new life into well-known figures of the Gospels.
A Time to Laugh and a Time to Weep
NOW AVAILABLE! A Time to Laugh and A Time to Weep is a prayerful journey for healing, forgiveness, charity, kindness, and courage that traverses the highs and lows of motherhood and faith in light of Cora Evans’ writings. Travel alongside Cora Evans and Jeannie Ewing — one a woman of the early twentieth century, another a modern Catholic living in the frenzied, post-modern Information Age — and realize that truth, beauty, and wisdom exist outside of time.
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