The job description calls for chastity, poverty and obedience, and
apparently that's not everyone's cup of tea. In the past 30 years, the
number of Catholic nuns in the United States has fallen by...
Maybe you were raised Catholic and you’d like to rejoin the flock. Maybe you’re tired of being a “Chreaster Catholic" who goes to church only on Christmas and Easter. Maybe you’ve never been...
The Catholic Sacrament of Confession is frequently used for dramatic and, sad to say, comedic purposes in movies and television, probably because the confession of one's deepest secrets and...
This beautiful prayer is one that should be said each day. All of our needs are placed before God, with Mary, the Mother of God, interceding for us. She has told us time and again of her love....
It is unimaginable that anyone would have to suffer what Christ suffered, but the fact that He was came down from Heaven and died so willingly for us is truly incomprehensible. These most...
We gain a glimpse into the life of the Holy Family as we pray the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary. We see they had the same joys and sorrows that we have in our own families. By praying these...
These mysteries are meant to illuminate the life of Jesus during the 3 years of His public life. We are called to remember some of the important instances all those around Him witnessed and to...
These beautiful Mysteries of the Rosary celebrate the glorious tenets of the Catholic faith. These mysteries relate to the resurrection and ascension of our Lord, Jesus Christ, as well as the time...
Honor the Archangel Michael with this beautiful prayer.
The Catholic Church teaches that the Eucharist is God's greatest gift to humanity. Many traditions surround the Eucharist, including First Holy Communion, Last Rites and Holy Viaticum. Learn the...
Need to find a place to celebrate Easter, Christmas or weekly mass? Finding a local Catholic Church is as easy as saying a Hail Mary. So grab your rosary, put on your Sunday best and get to church.
A novena is a prayer said for 9 days in a row. This is a novena to Saint Therese of Lisieux. She became a Carmelite nun at the age of 15, and called her path to sainthood her "little way," putting...
First Communion is usually the first ritual that a Roman Catholic child remembers, since baptism is usually done during the first year of life. A memorable party should be easy, since it's a...
The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic fraternal benefit society. There principles are based on charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism. Father McGivney founded the group in March 29, 1882. It is...
Many people believe that demonic possession and exorcism are archaic beliefs and practices; even in the Catholic Church the belief has been waning steadily over the years. But lately, many...
The Seven Deadly Sins of the Bible, or Capital Sins, are not only considered dangerous in and of themselves, but also because of the vices they can breed when they are committed often. Many of...
Catholicism is one of the oldest religious institutions in the history of the world. If you decide that you want to become Catholic, you will be joining a large faith community with a prominent...
Finding a good Catholic parish is often a matter of knowing what you want in a parish and looking for one that meets most, if not all, of your needs and wishes. Don't be afraid to try different...
Devotion to the Precious Blood of Jesus dates back to the earliest days of Christianity. St. Paul writes in his letter to the Ephesians that "through His blood, we gain our freedom, the...
The Liturgy of the Hours is a form of prayer that dates back to early Christianity. It is a group of prayers prayed throughout the day at different "hours." It is also called the Divine Office and...
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