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Pope John Paul II, was the most traveled pontiff in history. He was only 58 when he ascended the papal throne. He was greeted by multitudes, enthusiastic hundreds of thousands, sometimes millions...

The Roman missal is for the use of lay persons in the Catholic Church and helps congregants follow along with the liturgy from start to finish. The Roman missal has readings for each day, prayers,...

Religious beliefs that strike many as superstitious or weird can hold a fascinating appeal for others. Such is the case with collecting relics, the ancient Christian practice of revering the body...

Making a First Communion banner can be stressful. You want everything to be perfect for your child's special day. But making a First Communion banner doesn't have to be an ordeal. It can be a fun...

If you are a Catholic, especially if you were born after the Second Vatican Council in the 1960s, you may have never been to a Tridentine Mass. This Mass is quite different from the Novus Ordo...

If you are reading this, you may be a Catholic who would like to reconnect with ancient traditions and devotions of the Church. If you are not, then I pray that you will find this prayer both...

Starting a prayer group can be a challenge but it is also a rewarding experience. In difficult times people can gather together with friends, family and neighbors and give support to each other,...

Are you wanting to find time to pray what is called a novena? A novena is usually a nine day prayer to a saint of your choice. This article will explain how to find time to set aside to pray your...

Scenario: You are going back to your home country this Christmas and you are now eager to find and buy gifts for your family. Did you know that you can save money by planning ahead on what to...

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So you need help to pray well you came to the right place my friends. Overcoming common myths To many people think they have good reasons why they cannot have a better prayer life DON'T...

Each year, World Youth Day (WYD) brings Catholic young people together to celebrate their faith on a local, regional or national level. In addition, every 3 years, individuals 16 to 35 are also...

Baptism is the sacrament by which your child will be cleansed of original sin, infused with sanctifying grace, and formally enter the community of the Roman Catholic Church. If you are a Roman...

Praying the Rosary is an easy way to meditate and pray to God. However, it can be hard to remember all the steps, and which order, you are supposed to use to pray the rosary. Hopefully, this...

Receiving a "blessing" in any form is a wonderful expression of love and caring. From a "thank you" to a "God bless you," a blessing is always welcome. Most people...

A highlight for people who visit Rome is to attend a Papal Audience. The tickets (biglietti) are free and are required. No tickets are required on Sundays and Holy Days when the Pope imparts his...

Saint Ignatius hailed the Sign of the Cross as the trophy raised against the evils of this world. St. Paul used the Sign of the Cross to perform miracles. Some Catholic authorities even affirm...

Saint Jude Thaddeus is the patron of the desperate, the hopeless and seemingly lost causes. He’s the pray-to guy when times are toughest. For hundreds of years, those in need have invoked the...

Christening is a symbolic religious act performed in the Christian church since its beginnings. It literally means "to bring to Christ" and is performed as a baptism of an infant. Sailors...

A Job's Tears Rosary is a standard rosary, but instead of beads you use Job's tears seeds. Job's tears seeds are small round seeds, which are naturally very hard and durable. Job's Tears Rosaries...

There are many reason you might be afraid of going to your churches confession. Don't worry your not alone. Many people are afraid of going to confession. Hopefully this article will ease your...

Children and adults take catechism classes--often referred to as CCD or Sunday School--as members of the Roman Catholic Church. Many churches need volunteers to teach the classes. It's wonderful...

A rosary is often used in the Catholic faith to help count and keep track of prayers. Rope rosaries are gaining in popularity because of their charming design and the ease with which you can make...

Rosary bracelets are a fundamental prayer tool for individuals within the Catholic religion. Rosary bracelets can have important significance and usefulness not only for adults, but children as...

A flexwire rosary can be a very personal gift for someone, and they are enjoyable to make. You will need a handful of specialty supplies such as the crimping pliers and the sidecutters, but...

Making rosary beads from fresh flowers is a traditional method for making rosaries that dates back centuries. The word rosary comes from "rose garland" or "ring of roses." There is something so...

First Communion veils can be quite expensive, especially when paired with the purchase of a First Communion dress. So, to save money, make the veil yourself. Making a First Communion veil involves...

Making a rosary with cord is a craft you can teach young children. In addition to creating the rosary, it will help them learn to tie knots. Cord rosaries make appropriate gifts for baptisms,...

Rosary beads made out of roses are delightful, if fragile. If they are cooked at a low temperature they will retain their smell and take on a lovely wood-like texture. They don't take an...

The rosary is a traditional Catholic form of prayer beads. It is used as an aid to prayer. Praying the rosary requires you to say different prayers for each bead on the rosary. Because each bead...

Wall rosaries are devotional and decorative. Using larger beads and optional medallions, wall rosaries are draped so that all of the beads, the crucifix and other center medal ornamentation are...

Catholics pray the rosary all year long, but during the 40 days of Lent there's a slight variation in how to pray the rosary. It's one of those time during the liturgical year when the mysteries...

Here are some ways to keep the season of Lent in your home, and with your families, with faith sharing and activities.

A Benedictine monk is a man who belongs to a religious order and lives in a monastery under the rules of St. Benedict. Monks must take vows developed by St. Benedict of poverty, obedience and...

Religious bulletin and church bulletins made easy. This step by step guide will show you the easy way to make bulletin covers for church.

Catholics and other Christian religions celebrate what is known as Ash Wednesday; the day after Mardi Gras' Fat Tuesday. It is the first day of Lent, which lasts for 40 days and symbolizes our...

During the solemn season of Lent, the Catholic Church requires that all Catholics fast, pray, and abstain from eating meat on the holy days of Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. Many people, however,...

Just like the table cloths used in your home, the cloths used on the altar table can get soiled and stained after sacred services. If you've signed up to wash altar cloths, you'll need to know how...

During the season of Lent, Christians begin to think about sacrifices, resolutions, and charitable work in order to honor God and strengthen their faith. It is helpful to write these thoughts...

Eastern European Orthodox tradition is rich and beautiful as demonstrated by the lovely tradition of blessing an overflowing Easter Basket in the Greek Catholic and Byzantine Rite Roman Catholic...

My mother always said "the family that prays together,stays together." How true. I grew up in a strong Catholic family that believed by reciting the Rosary aloud together would give us...

The Feast of the Immaculate Conception is celebrated on December 8th by Catholics around the world. Many people erroneously think that the Immaculate Conception refers to Jesus being conceived. ...

Whether you're new to the Catholic Church or you're a cradle Catholic, these simple tips will help you make better confessions.

The Tridentine Mass, the Mass of the Roman Catholic Church for centuries before Vatican II, has become increasingly popular lately with Pope Benedict XVI encouraging wider use of the Catholic...

Have you ever lost something? Stupid question - of course you have. It's one of the most frustrating things that can happen, and it usually happens when you are in a rush. When all else fails,...

The Rudraksha is a small fruit that after it has been dried, is used in many Hindu religious ceremonies. The Rudraksha bead is a symbol of Lord Shiva. The common belief is that the Rudraksha has...

All Souls' Day, also called Dia des los Muertos, is celebrated on November 2 by Catholics, Anglicans, Eastern Christian churches, and some Protestant denominations. The living congregate to pray...

All Saints' Day is a solemnity that is celebrated on November 1 each year. All Saints' Day commemorates all the known and unknown martyred saints. For the Catholic Church, All Saints' Day is a...

Praying the rosary is a Catholic tradition focused on a devotion to the Blessed Mother Mary. Catholics believe that she is the mother of God.Mary promises favors to those who devote time and focus...

Advent is a Catholic, Christian season, which lasts for four Sundays leading up to Christmas. Advent is a time of spiritual renewal, a preparation for celebrating the advent of Christ, God in...