Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it”(RSVCE). The Catechism of the Catholic Church states that parents are the primary educators of their children (CCC, 2223). As parents, we have “a grave responsibility” to train up a child by […]
Did you know that in every altar in every Catholic Church there are relics of saints buried? This is a tradition in the Church held since masses were first celebrated upon tombs of the early Church martyrs. Ask your pastor whose relics are buried within the altar of your particular church. These saints are special
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Conquer your negativity and you will grow in holiness. The following is a great example of the enormous effect not complaining can have on one’s life ~ A little Italian priest visited Medjugorje in Bosnia-Hercegovina, where the Virgin Mary has been reportedly appearing for the last 39 years. He, with a “face so bright that
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The moments of your day when you are doing mundane tasks (like showering, gardening, etc.) can be power-filled praying moments. Deciding to pray for a particular person, problem or special intention every time you do one of these tasks is very rewarding. You’ll see outcomes to your prayers and you will discipline your spirit in
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In this past Sunday’s gospel (Mt. 22 NRSVCE) Jesus likens the Kingdom of God to a wedding feast given by a king for his son. The king dispatches his servants three times inviting guests to the wedding. The invited guests have various attitude responses. They refuse the first invitation. The second is met with indifference
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The Chaplet of Divine Mercy given by Our Lord Jesus to Saint Faustina can be said at anytime and for any reason. Jesus, however, says that it is especially powerful when said at 3:00pm, the hour of his expiration on the cross. Additionally, he says it is also extremely powerful when said at the bedside
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