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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... -
Whether in Holy Scripture a Word May have Several Senses?
John Kubasak - Oct 5, 2015
The Summa Theologica, one of the most important theological works in the history of the Catholic Church, came from one of the greatest philosophical and theological minds in the history of the Church, St. Thomas Aquinas (1225–1274). See what this incredible work had to say about the proper interpretation of the Scriptures and whether the words of Scripture many have multiple meanings. -
4 Inspiring October Catholic Saints You Absolutely Must Know
Anne Stricherz - Oct 1, 2015
It may still be ordinary time, but I like to think the month of October is an extraordinary time in the Catholic Church. Not only is it Respect for Life Month, it is also the month of the Rosary—two traditions that reflect the beauty and distinctiveness of Catholic Christianity. And so do the lives of the Saints. In “The Catholicity of the Church” Avery Dulles states “Hardly any practice is so distinctively Catholic as the cult of saints.” This month,... -
How to Deal With Grief as a Resurrection People
Jeannie Ewing - Sep 24, 2015
In a society that values personal happiness above all else, is it possible to authentically express sorrow without burdening others unnecessarily? Perhaps the greater question is, should we burden others or even be burdened ourselves by suffering in solidarity with people in crisis, pain, and grief? Read on for a better understanding on the answers to these important questions. -
Prayer is Powerful, but Can it Change God’s Mind?
W. P. Bennett - Sep 18, 2015
Sometimes we are faced with situations or thoughts about our faith that are seemingly contradictory. How we approach these situations or thoughts can often be a fork in the road of our faith lives that can have a significant impact. I want to share an example of one of these, and how we can turn a seemingly contradictory situation into a situation in which we grow in greater love with our Lord. -
Is Purgatory full of Tragic Suffering or Great Joy?
Sara and Justin Kraft - Sep 15, 2015
The doctrine of purgatory is one of the most misunderstood teachings within the Catholic Church. It is misunderstood by both lifelong Catholics and non-Catholics. So what is purgatory? Why does the church believe in it? What purpose does it serve? Where do we find it in the bible? -
Is Mary Actually Being Loved When You Wear The Rosary?
Anne Stricherz - Aug 27, 2015
Sacramentals remind us that we can avail ourselves to God’s grace both in Church and when we leave. And we should. I still have many of the gifts that I received for my First Holy Communion. After my First Holy Communion, I wore a beautiful gold cross I was given for that special day around my neck for weeks on end. I had a pin of the Holy Spirit. I carried my new rosary in a special jewelry pouch and yet, I knew it was different. In spite of the fact the beads on the... -
Who Can Receive the Sacrament of Baptism?
Sara and Justin Kraft - Aug 24, 2015
What defines a Christian? There are no other words which so simply summarize the meaning of Christianity as the words “I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.” It is through baptism that we enter into a restored relationship with God. But what is baptism? Here is our answer to this question.
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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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