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This Is Why You Should Pray For Your Priest

Very Rev. Paul Ugo Arinze — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 06:13:00 +0000

For many people, the priest is the one whom people go to for their spiritual needs, for prayer requests, for Mass offerings, and other sacraments. Have you ever wondered how a priest is sustained spiritually for the work they do? Should we be praying for a priest as we pray for other people, like our […]

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How A Tragedy Led To A Powerful Prayer Initiative

Tram Nguyen — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 08:44:00 +0000

2020 was a tough year for everyone. I remember the first day of shut down vividly as we celebrated my son’s St. Patrick’s Day 5th birthday in the back of our old van on a rainy day – nowhere to go, no parties to be had. I empathize with the many parents who were trying […]

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When Can We Use The Name Of Jesus

Ana Sequeira — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 16:41:07 +0000

When I was growing up, I heard people everywhere using the name of Jesus and God in different contexts. Sometimes it was as a simple expression of surprise, fear, shock, and other times to genuinely ask the Lord for help. As a young person, I was never instructed on when people were using the name of […]

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Fostering Mental Health With Prayer

Dr. Gerry Crete — Mon, 08 Jan 2024 06:28:00 +0000

The Early Bird Finds Serenity The first step in fostering improved mental health with prayer is to have a regular time and place for prayer. For years I was a night owl. I stayed up late and slept in whenever I could. During the work week, I would get up, shower, grab a protein bar […]

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One Way Technology Will Benefit The Catholic Church

Dominique Seraphin — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 20:31:00 +0000

Technology has significantly impacted how people communicate and connect and it will continue to do so in the future. The Catholic Church is not immune to this change, and it has embraced using digital platforms to reach out to its followers. One effective way the Catholic Church can use technology to enhance its ministry is […]

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How To Hear God’s Voice When Life Is Busy

Matthew Chicoine — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 07:33:00 +0000

As human beings, we all long for a deeper connection with God. We want to hear His voice, feel His presence, and know that He is with us in our daily lives. But how can we achieve this? How can we hear God’s voice amidst the noise and chaos of our busy lives? Here are […]

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The Powerful Story Of One Couple’s Novena That Led To Thousands Of Novenas Prayed

John-Paul and Annie Deddens Deddens — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 05:12:00 +0000

I’ve been praying novenas for almost twelve years now and I’ve found they’re a great option for when you don’t know what to say, when you have a specific intention you’re praying for, and when you’re trying to “pray always.” Novenas are a traditional prayer that dates back to the days of the Apostles, and […]

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Strengthen Your Will— Fast

Anthony DeStefano — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 14:48:32 +0000

Is there something wrong with your life? Maybe something is missing. Maybe you’re depressed. Maybe you’re overwhelmed. Maybe you’re trapped by compulsive behavior. Maybe there’s a particular sin you haven’t been able to overcome no matter how hard you’ve tried? Maybe you’re in a state of despair because you think nothing will ever change? Whatever […]

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How To Pray The Liturgy Of The Hours

Will Wright — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 08:07:00 +0000

What is the Liturgy of the Hours? The Liturgy of the Hours is also called the Divine Office or the Breviary. The celebration of the Holy Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life, but it is not the only daily prayer of the Church. The Liturgy of the Hours is a series […]

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4 Reasons To Wear The Cord Of St. Joseph

Becky Roach — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 07:04:00 +0000

The cord of St. Joseph is a powerful devotion that grants special graces to those who wear it with faith. These graces will help you grow in your spiritual life. Delving deeper into the tradition of the cord of St. Joseph can lead to a greater understanding and appreciation of the beauty and richness of […]

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Is Your Anxiety A Result Of Not Praying Enough?

Luke Brown, LPCC — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 10:18:00 +0000

Gospel Of John 4:5-42 Jesus came to a town of Samaria called Sychar, near the plot of land that Jacob had given to his son Joseph.Jacob’s well was there.Jesus, tired from his journey, sat down there at the well.It was about noon. A woman of Samaria came to draw water.Jesus said to her,“Give me a drink.”His […]

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How Much Tech Is “Too Much” For Your Kids? 5 Ways To Tell (And 5 Ways To Fix It)

Debbie Cowden — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 09:35:00 +0000

As Millennial parents, my husband and I have grappled with the issue of moderating screen time for ourselves and our children. Whether we want to admit it or not, the technology is inescapable, but that’s all the more reason to take seriously our responsibility to facilitate the safe use of screens and tech while our […]

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Here’s Why Prayer Can Be Boring (And How To Fix It!)

Rev. Thomas G. Morrow — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 08:54:00 +0000

The first thing to realize about prayer is that it can be boring. Just about everything else we do gives us results within a relatively short period of time. Not so in prayer. I began praying the rosary daily as a freshman in high school. My motive was to pray for world peace. The Sisters […]

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How Prayer Changes When You Become A Parent

Chris and Rebecca Mann — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 08:09:00 +0000

I don’t have time to pray I have almost always struggled to feel like I pray “enough.” Believe it or not, the last time that I could definitively say that I didn’t struggle with that was before I had kids. I have 5 kids now and we also have some neurodiversity in the family, so […]

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How To Make Real Spiritual Progress In 2023

Renzo Ortega — Tue, 27 Dec 2022 06:17:00 +0000

“Each day that begins, if welcomed in prayer, is accompanied by courage, so that the problems we have to face no longer seem to be obstacles to our happiness, but rather appeals from God, opportunities for our encounter with him.” Pope Francis We all know that we should pray every day. Prayer connects us to […]

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Are You Experiencing A Dark Night Of The Soul? Here’s How To Tell

Will Wright — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 08:30:00 +0000

Who is St. John of the Cross? St. John of the Cross was a Spanish Catholic who was born in 1542 amidst the throws of the Protestant Reformation. He was a major figure in the Catholic Counter-Reformation and would later be named a Doctor of the Church. He was a priest, mystic, and Carmelite who […]

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How To Pray Without Ceasing In The Midst Of Chaos

Kateri Lawless — Sat, 03 Dec 2022 10:19:00 +0000

The Bible says to pray without ceasing, yet how many of us go hours without so much as giving a thought to prayer? In today’s world, it is hard for us to even fathom how it could be possible for us to follow this command. Saint Basil tells us how: “This is how you Pray […]

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Why Are Saturdays Devoted To The Blessed Mother?

Guest Post — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 10:10:00 +0000

In the third apparition at Fatima, the Blessed Mother told the little seers that, to save souls and avert war, she came to request not just the praying of the Rosary and consecration to her Immaculate Heart, but a “Communion of reparation” on the first Saturdays of the month. In 1925, in a later vision […]

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Catholics Can Do This One Thing Daily To Improve Mental Health Immediately! | Gospel Reflection

Luke Brown, LPCC — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 08:22:00 +0000

Gospel of Luke 14:25-33 Great crowds were traveling with Jesus, and he turned and addressed them, “If anyone comes to me without hating his father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, and even his own life, he cannot be my disciple. Whoever does not carry his own cross and come after me cannot […]

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5 Times The Blessed Mother Asked Us To Pray The Rosary

Becky Roach — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 17:05:45 +0000

Mary has been known to appear many times throughout the world, and quite often the Blessed Mother has reiterated a similar message: pray the rosary. Meditate on the words of Our Lady in these approved apparitions of the Church and heed her call. 5 Times The Blessed Mother Asked Us To Pray The Rosary Our […]

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Prayer Should Be More Than A Nice Hobby | Gospel Reflection

Luke Brown, LPCC — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 09:05:00 +0000

Gospel of Luke 12:13-21 Someone in the crowd said to Jesus,“Teacher, tell my brother to share the inheritance with me.”He replied to him,“Friend, who appointed me as your judge and arbitrator?”Then he said to the crowd,“Take care to guard against all greed,for though one may be rich,one’s life does not consist of possessions.” Then he […]

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Why Use A Missal (And How!)

Will Wright — Fri, 01 Jul 2022 09:39:00 +0000

What is the Roman Missal? The Roman Missal is (mostly) the big red book that the priest uses at the altar and at his chair when celebrating Mass. I say “mostly” because the Lectionary (which contains the readings) and the liturgical books containing the rites for the various sacraments, are also part of the Roman […]

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An Examination Of Conscience For Fathers

Will Wright — Mon, 13 Jun 2022 09:59:00 +0000

An examination of conscience is a tool that is used when preparing for making a good Confession. This tool can also be used at any time of day, but can be especially fruitful at nighttime, looking back over the day. The father is the priest of his domestic Church. He is the head of the […]

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How Sacred Art Can Elevate Your Prayer Time

Kate Frantz — Fri, 27 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to sacred art. I used to buy books as a kid about the Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo. Ironically, I had no idea of their Catholic ties, nor would the term “sacred art” have been in my vocabulary. I was simply mesmerized by the beauty. It […]

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Thoughts And Prayers From The 13 Patron Saints Of World Youth Day Lisbon 2023

Becky Roach — Sun, 22 May 2022 04:12:24 +0000

World Youth Day will take place August 1-6, 2023 in Lisbon. The motto chosen from Luke 1:39, “Mary arose and went with haste,” is one that will speak to the hearts of the thousands of young people expected to join Pope Francis in prayer during this international faith gathering. Catholics are asked to begin interceding […]

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Come To Know God In The Silence

Luke Brown, LPCC — Thu, 07 Apr 2022 10:14:00 +0000

Gospel of Luke 22:14-23 When the hour came,Jesus took his place at table with the apostles.He said to them,“I have eagerly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer,for, I tell you, I shall not eat it againuntil there is fulfillment in the kingdom of God.”Then he took a cup, gave thanks, and said,“Take […]

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Pray A Novena Every Month This Year!

Becky Roach — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 15:32:40 +0000

What is a Novena? A novena is a Catholic practice of prayer that’s done over the course of nine days. Each day a prayer is offered for a specific intention. This practice goes back to the time of the apostles. The first novena can be attributed to when the apostles got together to pray after the Ascension […]

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What Do Catholics Need To Know About Reading The Bible?

Will Wright — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 18:39:08 +0000

What is the Bible? What is the Bible? Where did it come from? The Bible is not one book. It is a library. It is 73 books consisting of various literary genres. There is history, romance, poetry, inspiration, drama, and so much more. In every single page, we believe that God is the primary author […]

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From Swordsmen To Dancer: What You Should Know About St. Francis De Sales

Will Wright — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 14:34:01 +0000

St. Francis de Sales Francis de Sales was the Bishop of Geneva in Switzerland. Francis was born two months premature to a noble family in a castle: the Château de Sales. His father was the Lord of the castle, and his mother was a noblewoman, the daughter of a high-level magistrate. Francis was given a […]

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How To Pray For The Unborn

Genevieve Perkins — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 14:26:41 +0000

Not only is January the start of a new year, but it is also the perfect month to remind us to pray for the unborn who are at the start of their new life, where we all began our own lives. Furthermore, the traditional devotion for January is the Holy Name of Jesus and His […]

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8 Things The Name Of Jesus Is According To St. Bernardine

St. Bernardine — Tue, 04 Jan 2022 20:30:59 +0000

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THE LITANY OF THE HOLY FAMILY

Traditional Catholic Prayers — Tue, 28 Dec 2021 05:02:00 +0000

THE LITANY OF THE HOLY FAMILY Lord, have mercy.Christ, have mercy.Lord, have mercy.Christ, hear us.Christ, graciously hear us.God, the Father of Heaven, have mercy on us.God the Son, Redeemer of the world, have mercy on us.God, the Holy Spirit, have mercy on us.Holy Trinity, one God, have mercy on us. Jesus, Mary, and Joseph…Pray for […]

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Christmas Prayers Of The Saints

Becky Roach — Fri, 24 Dec 2021 12:36:00 +0000

This Christmas, pray as the Saints did with these Christmas prayers! Let Your Goodness Appear To Us | St. Bernard of Clairvaux Let your goodness Lord, appear to us, that we, made in your image, may conform ourselves to it. In our own strength we cannot imagine your majesty, power, and wonder, nor is it […]

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How Do You Pray The Angelus? A Visual Step By Step Guide

Silvana Ramos — Thu, 23 Dec 2021 13:14:00 +0000

My grandmother says that in times past in her city people would take a break at noon and wherever they were, whether in the fields or doing any other work, and they would begin to pray the Angelus. Her city was small and she remembers that it was something very beautiful to see how everything stopped for a […]

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Litany Of The Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother Of Life

Melissa Flen — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 15:04:23 +0000

The demands on the lives of couples who practice natural family planning can seem very overwhelming at times. Every Catholic couple who is serious enough about their love for our Lord to follow the Church’s teaching on contraception understands this intimately. The roller coaster ride that NFP can be for some couples can create stress, […]

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Struggling With Fasting? These Resources Will Help

Becky Roach — Thu, 26 Aug 2021 13:09:07 +0000

Fasting is a powerful and beautiful way of living out penance and self-denial, both important aspects of the Christian life. Scripture affirms the importance of this form of sacrifice and prayer, “Even now,” declares the Lord, “return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning.” (Joel 2:12) But, it can be difficult. These resources […]

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The Correct Way To Make The Sign Of The Cross

Fr. George Elliott — Fri, 13 Aug 2021 15:34:52 +0000

The Sign of the Cross is a Catholic tradition and a simple prayer on its own. There is a correct way to make the Sign of the Cross and specific times to do the Sign of the Cross. Father George answers how to make the Sign of the Cross as well as discusses the Catholic […]

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9 Incredible Facts About The Rosary

Becky Roach — Sat, 07 Aug 2021 03:51:59 +0000

The rosary is one of the most well known devotions of the Catholic faith, but do you know these facts about it?! 9 Incredible Facts About The Rosary 1. The rosary is also known as the “bible on a string” because the Mysteries of the Rosary share the Gospel. 2. Catholics are often buried with […]

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5 Things That Happen On A Silent Retreat

Fr. Brenton Cordeiro — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 12:26:00 +0000

Are you feeling low? Tired? Empty? Perhaps God is asking you to go on a silent retreat. Retreats, particularly those done in silence, allow us to set time apart for God by disconnecting from the very connected world we live in. Retreats can be for as little as one day to as long as one […]

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So Much More Than Just Smoke: What Is The Importance Of Using Incense In The Catholic Church?

Will Wright — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 05:02:09 +0000

Incense – A Long History Incense has been used in sacred worship for over five thousand years. Long before Christian worship began burning fragrant aromas in liturgy, the Egyptians began using incense in a religious way during the Fifth Dynasty, between 2494 and 2345 BC. Many Asiatic religions have used incense for hundreds, if not […]

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We’ve Found A Liturgical Living Hack That Will Make Your Life Easier

Catholic-Link. Org — Tue, 22 Jun 2021 17:27:06 +0000

Ever found a resource that you know is going to make a huge difference in your family life? Some of our Catholic-Link team members received a review copy of Kendra Tierney‘s newest book, The Catholic All Year Prayer Companion: The Liturgical Year in Practice and we all agree that this is our new go-to to […]

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Why Journal Your Prayer Time?

Allison Gingras — Wed, 19 May 2021 16:51:47 +0000

Whether you prefer morning, afternoon, or evening prayer time, keeping a journal along with your spiritual reading offers many benefits. Drew and Katie Taylor recently sat down with Kelly Wahlquist and Allison Gingras from WINE: Women in the New Evangelization to discuss the power of journaling and their new daily devotional Called By Name: 365 […]

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4 Things To Do When Your Prayer Time Is Dry

Samantha McDonald — Tue, 27 Apr 2021 04:04:59 +0000

What happens when we enter into the desert of prayer? While some of us easily walk in the hope and solace of Christ in the sacrifices of the season, others of us wonder whether we’ve wandered from our Guide and question His ongoing Presence. The saints often speak about dryness in prayer. While I am […]

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How To Make A Daily Spiritual Plan In 7 Steps

Guest Author — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 15:09:34 +0000

We know what a spiritual life is, but what’s a basic way that we can get a daily spiritual plan going? What does a daily prayer life look like? Fr. Hanley offers tips and basic practices that anyone can use to get started in living a life of prayer. Listen to Fr. Hanley’s podcast on […]

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An Examination Of Conscience Illustrated Guide

Catholic Link — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:42:12 +0000

An Illustrated Guide To Make An Examination Of Conscience 1. Open Yourself Up to God’s Presence Practical tip: find a quiet corner in your home or in a chapel. Having a sacred image in front of you is ideal. Light a candle. Take a few moments to breathe and relax. Start by making the sign […]

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3 Things I Learned From PRAY: The Story Of Patrick Peyton

Becky Roach — Tue, 09 Feb 2021 15:01:44 +0000

If you’ve not yet had the opportunity to watch PRAY: The Story of Patrick Peyton, I highly encourage you to make the time to see this inspiring documentary. Before watching this film I, sadly, had never heard of Fr. Peyton. I had no idea of the incredibly innovative ways he used media to spread devotion […]

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How To Be A Better Person In The New Year

Genevieve Perkins — Thu, 07 Jan 2021 04:05:09 +0000

You can ask that this year is better or you can pray that it’s better, but you should also prepare for it to be better. It’s okay if you didn’t come out stronger from everything you may have gone through, but now is the time to make positive New Year’s resolutions. I’m talking help-you-to-Heaven life […]

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A Guided Advent Meditation On Scripture And Experience

Alanna Burg — Tue, 15 Dec 2020 13:58:43 +0000

God come to my assistance, Lord make haste to help me. As I enter into prayer today, I will take a moment to acknowledge where I am in my physical and emotional space. I offer any suffering to Jesus through Mary’s Immaculate Heart. Lord come into my heart and mind and guide me through these […]

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All The Resources You Need For The Feast Of St. Joseph

Becky Roach — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 15:18:25 +0000

Are you ready to celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph on March 19? Last year was the Year of St. Joseph. The Holy Father explained why he made this decree in his Apostolic Letter PATRIS CORDE. “Now, one hundred and fifty years after his proclamation as Patron of the Catholic Church by Blessed Pius IX (8 December 1870), I […]

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Three Key Tips For Praying As A Couple

Leslie Rodriguez — Fri, 04 Dec 2020 16:24:11 +0000

Have you ever thought, “Wow, I want to have a great marriage…how does that happen?” The answer is simple – prayer. Here are three simple ways to implement prayer in your relationship and form a strong, intimate relationship with your spouse. Schedule It This may seem simple, but if you are intentional about what time […]

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Seriously. How Do I Pray With Scripture?

Drew and Katie Taylor — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 19:48:49 +0000

When I think of prayer, I often picture myself sitting there, asking for answers, waiting, and trying to hear or see a reply. Or maybe I am on the run and throw out a quick thank you, help me with x please, or a prayer for a friend’s request. But in reality, what every spiritual […]

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How Can We Pray The Rosary Better?

Drew and Katie Taylor — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 16:05:39 +0000

Jesus warns us not to pile up empty phrases and babble on (Matt 6:7). Protestants often look at the Rosary and say it is just this. And the truth is we can fall into this trap. We can rush to check a box in praying the Rosary or even when reflecting on direct Scripture passages. […]

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7 Ways To Give Thanks After An Answered Prayer

Ruth Kennedy — Thu, 05 Nov 2020 02:56:00 +0000

There are wonderful times in our lives when God answers a prayer. Maybe it is something we have been praying for years; maybe it is something we never thought would be answered. Maybe the answer was beyond our wildest dreams, better than we ever could have imagined. Maybe God didn’t answer your prayer, and you […]

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Why Do Catholics Make The Sign Of The Cross?

Drew and Katie Taylor — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 15:13:11 +0000

The Sign of the Cross is the most common Catholic prayer. We use it at the beginning and end of prayers, in the Mass, when we pass by a Church, cemetery, or abortion clinic, and when we hear an emergency vehicle siren. But do we know that it is a prayer itself? Or what it […]

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The Hail Mary Broken Down Line By Line

Drew and Katie Taylor — Wed, 28 Oct 2020 18:05:36 +0000

“The salvation of the whole world began with the Hail Mary. Hence, the salvation of each person is also attached to this prayer.” – St Louis de Montfort In this greeting by Angel Gabriel, the world changed. God invited humanity to receive Jesus. That’s why it is so important to know what we are staying […]

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How To Pray The Rosary With Children: Embrace The Joyful Chaos!

Drew and Katie Taylor — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 14:24:49 +0000

Drew and Katie TaylorDrew and Katie Taylor are passionate about equipping and training leaders in the New Evangelization through living awesome Catholic lives and providing light and truth to the world. Drew is an Air Force fighter pilot and holds a Master’s in Moral Theology, while Katie is an Air Force veteran and has a […]

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How Meditation On The Rosary Brings Healing

Abby Fredrickson — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 02:34:23 +0000

We all are in need of healing. Maybe it’s from something life-altering – the death of a loved one, a lost job, a chronic illness, a miscarriage, a hurting relationship. Or maybe it’s from something that seems small, the thing that we want to push aside, but continues to tug at our hearts: a missed […]

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How To Use Your Rosary In The Battle Of Prayer

Drew and Katie Taylor — Wed, 14 Oct 2020 15:19:19 +0000

October is the Month of the Holy Rosary. Yearly it serves as a challenge and reminder to me to pray the Rosary, to use it as a weapon, and to foster it within my family culture. Hopefully, this article and video inspire you to start or rekindle the Rosary into your daily habits. Our Childlike […]

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Hallow Is The New Catholic App Helping Us Pray More!

Alessandro — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 15:28:31 +0000

Hallow is a Catholic app for prayer and meditation that helps users deepen their relationship with God through audio-guided contemplative prayer. Some people refer to it as the “Headspace/Calm, for Catholics.” Hallow was started by a group of friends struggling to maintain their prayer lives amidst hectic personal and professional lives. The app offers 5-30 […]

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Beyond Wine: Unwinding After A Stressful Day

Taylor Buckley — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 14:19:01 +0000

It’s 5:00 pm on Wednesday, you’ve had a long day of online school, Zoom meetings, taking care of the dog, taking care of the house (you probably did not even get time to take care of yourself). What do you turn to? Is it that trusty glass of Pinot Noir, or is it Jesus? No […]

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Hallow Plus GIVEAWAY! Enter Here

Catholic Link — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 12:54:06 +0000

You’re going to be hearing a lot about Hallow over the next few weeks. We’ve just launched a partnership with this revolutionary Catholic prayer and meditation app and we’re so excited to share how we’ve been growing spiritually because of it with you. Katie and Drew Taylor recently did a Facebook Live Question and Answer […]

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The Seven Sorrows Of Mary: Why You Should Know Them And Pray Them

Becky Roach — Tue, 15 Sep 2020 19:27:00 +0000

The Seven Sorrows of Mary are important for us to know and pray. They are all based on scripture and help us recall Mary’s role in salvation history. Though the practice of praying the Seven Sorrows of Mary dates back to the thirteenth century, there has been a resurgence of this devotion due to the […]

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5 Patron Saints Every Student Needs To Know About!

Ruth Kennedy — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 10:35:00 +0000

Ever need help with your studies? For many students, there are times when motivation is hard and studying is full of stress. The Church has recognized certain people as saints, stating with confidence that they are in Heaven and able to intercede on our behalf before God. And there are many saints who are perfect […]

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Mother Teresa’s Daily Prayer | Radiating Christ

Becky Roach — Fri, 04 Sep 2020 14:47:06 +0000

St. Teresa of Calcutta prayed the “Radiating Christ” prayer daily. It is thought to have been written by St. John Henry Newman. Radiating Christ Dear Jesus, help me to spread Thy fragrance everywhere I go. Flood my soul with Thy spirit and love. Penetrate and possess my whole being so utterly that all my life […]

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Pope Francis Encourages Families Saying The Best Is Yet To Come

Catholic Link — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 11:38:00 +0000

“I remember once how my mother was asked which of her five children – we are five brothers – did she love the most. And she said: it is like the fingers on my hand, if I prick one of them, then it is as if the others are pricked also. A mother loves her […]

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Learn To Rely On God By Observing St. Michael’s Lent

John Hart — Sat, 15 Aug 2020 12:54:13 +0000

Increased attacks on Catholic churches in Europe, the US, and South America; growing political tensions; and abortion still considered healthcare are enough to prove the spiritual battle is intensifying. And, when you add on a growing pandemic and horrific accidents killing many and injuring thousands, it is clear that human power only goes so far […]

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Looking For A Mountaintop Spiritual Experience? Dive Into St. Ignatius’ Spiritual Exercises!

Fr. Brenton Cordeiro — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 03:45:03 +0000

In the spiritual life, the term “mountaintop experience” refers to a glorious, monumental event in which one comes face to face with God, and through which, He reveals Himself to an individual in a new and powerful way. Think back to the story of the Transfiguration where Jesus showed His glory to Peter, James and […]

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Mary’s Lent? Find Out About The Dormition Fast

Will Wright — Wed, 29 Jul 2020 02:49:52 +0000

Full of Grace In the first chapter of the Gospel of St. Luke, we hear that the Blessed Virgin Mary is to be the Mother of God. The Angel Gabriel greets Mary with a strange greeting. The angel says, recorded in the Greek, “Chaire, Kecharitomene… (Lk. 1:38).” St. Jerome translated this into Latin as “Ave, […]

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Is It Okay To Fall Asleep While Praying?

Phillip Rolfes — Wed, 24 Jun 2020 03:41:22 +0000

Do you remember the first time you fell asleep while praying? For me, it happened when I was about 16 years old. My job at the time required me to wake up at 4 a.m. (not an easy task for a teenager) and spend my entire day working outside mowing lawns, weeding garden beds, trimming […]

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A Litany Of Pro-life Saints

Genevieve Perkins — Tue, 05 May 2020 23:03:06 +0000

Now is a great time to remember that life is precious from conception until natural death and reflect on what we can do to protect each other. Let’s ask for the intercession of these pro-life saints who undoubtedly lived with love for others, respecting their human dignity despite circumstances. The prayers of these saints and […]

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We Pray For The Children (Quarantine Edition)

Becky Roach — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:51:03 +0000

We pray for the children… Who wake up early and eat the entire box of cereal, Who sleep in until noon, Who wear their pajamas ALL.DAY.LONG. And we pray for the those, Who wake up hungry, but can’t find any food in the house, Who sleep on the floor in a crowded room, Who have […]

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Litany Of The Sacred Heart

Becky Roach — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 23:49:52 +0000

Litany Of The Sacred Heart Litany Of The Sacred Heart Of Jesus Pray The Litany Of The Sacred Heart Today! Lord, have mercy Christ, have mercy Lord, have mercy God our Father in heaven, have mercy on us God the Son, Redeemer of the world, have mercy on us God the Holy Spirit, have mercy […]

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4 Simple Ways To Make Time For Prayer During Times Of Chaos

Becky Roach — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 03:24:25 +0000

For some, the quarantined life means that things are happening at a much slower pace. Your events are canceled, you’re working or going to school from home, and e.v.e.r.y.t.h.i.n.g is closed. You’ve got a lot of time on your hands, but are likely really feeling the lack of community. Where is everyone?! For others, the […]

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Liturgy Live 7th Sunday In Ordinary Time | Be Perfect

Alanna Burg — Thu, 20 Feb 2020 03:05:10 +0000

This week we talk about how to respond to division in the Church. Do not let others’ actions drag you into sin. Focus on contemplation, be prepared even for distractions, so you will not be disturbed in those moments. When you have control over your own passions and emotions you can have a positive effect […]

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7 Free Resources To Help Kids Understand The Gospel

Becky Roach — Mon, 17 Feb 2020 23:09:05 +0000

Ever go to Mass and walk away totally confused? It happens sometimes. There are Sundays when we just don’t understand the point the readings are trying to illustrate or when the priest gives a homily that is difficult to follow. If this is a struggle for us as adults, imagine what it is like for […]

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A Lullaby For The Unborn On The Day Of Prayer

Becky Roach — Wed, 22 Jan 2020 14:27:13 +0000

January 22 marks the Day of Prayer for the Protection of Unborn Children. With over 60 million innocent lives lost to abortion in the United States since 1973, it is essential that we lift up our voices in prayer for an end to this atrocity. Today, take a moment to listen to and reflect on […]

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What About All Those Promises? | 3rd Week Of Advent Reflection

Becky Roach — Mon, 16 Dec 2019 15:34:17 +0000

Questions For Reflection: What direction are you moving in? How will you find time to rest in the Lord this week? What are the moments of grace in your life when the Holy Spirit has broken into your life? Challenge: In the midst of a season of busyness, take time to REST this week. Spend […]

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The O’Antiphons: Learn Them And Pray Them

Will Wright — Mon, 16 Dec 2019 05:48:11 +0000

The “O” Antiphons The “O” Antiphons are part of the ancient and venerable tradition of the Roman Church going back to at least the eighth century, if not earlier. They are associated with Pope St. Gregory the Great. An antiphon is a short sentence that comes before or after a psalm or song in the […]

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How To Use Your Imagination This Advent | Week 1 Reflection

Fr. Ian Van Heusen — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 02:29:48 +0000

Join me on a journey through Advent with weekly reflections and insights. First Sunday of Advent Reflection Questions For Reflection: How are you preparing for Christmas? Are you running to or running from the Lord? What will you do to ensure that you will spend Advent focused on the Lord during this time of busyness? […]

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Christ the King | Liturgy Live

Alanna Burg — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 22:26:48 +0000

This week on the podcast we talk about the spiritual leadership of David. How David waited for so long, already anointed, and still mourned the death of King Saul even though they were enemies. This really spoke to us about holding the office in respect even if we know that the leadership is not perfect. […]

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Want To Request A Mass? Here’s How

Becky Roach — Tue, 12 Nov 2019 16:29:00 +0000

Throughout the month of November, we look for ways to honor our deceased family members and friends. One of the best ways to do this is to have a mass offered on their behalf. Why have a Mass offered? Simply put, it’s the greatest form of prayer we have available to us on earth. It’s […]

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St. Francis of Assisi’s Prayer To Mary

St. Francis of Assisi — Wed, 06 Nov 2019 04:54:44 +0000

Hail, holy Lady, most holy Queen, Mary, Mother of God, ever Virgin. You were chosen by the Most High Father in heaven,consecrated by Him, with His most Holy Beloved Son and the Holy Spirit, the Comforter. On you descended and still remains all the fullness of grace and every good.Hail, His Palace.Hail His Tabernacle.Hail His Robe.Hail His […]

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Seek and Save | Liturgy Live 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Alanna Burg — Sun, 03 Nov 2019 15:38:22 +0000

This week we really dive deep into the beginning of the first reading. How the whole universe is a grain from the balance. How small we are in the relation to everything, yet how much God loves each and every one of us. We talk about thinking about God and thinking about thinking about God. […]

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15 Promises Of The Rosary | Video

Becky Roach — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 14:29:26 +0000

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Pray A 15 Minute Rosary Set To Space, AC Window, Jazz, FIREWORKS & More

Becky Roach — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 16:51:20 +0000

Did you know that we are asked to pray the rosary every day during October? I’m so excited to share this resource with you during the month of the Holy Rosary. This is an incredible YouTube Channel and it is a great help for anyone who desires to pray the rosary more. I’ll admit, I […]

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The Unexpected Benefits Of Praying Outside

Fr. Dennis Conway — Wed, 19 Jun 2019 20:52:23 +0000

Over the past 6 years, I have taken the time each year around January or February to go to the mountains for a few days and do some skiing. This may sound like a fun, annual event that many people engage in, but for me, it is much more than this. It began during seminary. […]

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How To Pray A Patriotic Rosary

Becky Roach — Fri, 14 Jun 2019 19:37:33 +0000

Have you ever prayed a Patriotic Rosary for the United States. Follow the guide in our video. How To Pray A Patriotic Rosary Prayers of the Rosary Apostles Creed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of Heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, Our Lord, Who was conceived by the […]

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Incredible Piano Concert On A Frozen Lake Is An Act Of Prayer

Becky Roach — Thu, 04 Apr 2019 15:02:27 +0000

As I was scrolling through Facebook this morning, this video grabbed my attention. Anything featuring the beauty of my home state of Michigan is clickbait for me. I just can’t resist. Today’s video is one that I’m so happy I clicked on. Within seconds, I could feel God’s presence, not only because of the astounding beauty […]

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Use The AIR Method To Breathe Life Into Your Prayer

Guest Author — Thu, 28 Mar 2019 02:27:43 +0000

Prayer is like breathing. It’s something that we have to do but it doesn’t totally depend on us. It’s not like we make a conscious decision to breathe. With prayer something similar is happening; we put in our part but at the end of the day it’s the Holy Spirit praying in us. It’s us […]

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5 Habits Of People Who Have A Good Prayer Life

Becky Roach — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 04:39:57 +0000

Some of the most frequent questions we get at Catholic-Link are about prayer. Our readers want to know: How Do I Pray? When Should I Pray? What Can I Do To Improve My Prayer Life? We have a library of resources for you on prayer to help answer those questions, but we wanted to […]

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Everyone Can Do This For 40 Seconds A Day Over The Next 40 Days

Becky Roach — Wed, 06 Mar 2019 13:41:03 +0000

“For truly, I say to you, if you have faith like a grain of mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you.” – Matthew 17:20 At the beginning of Lent, we often make the mistake of trying to move […]

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How To Bless Your Home For The Feast Of The Epiphany

Becky Roach — Thu, 03 Jan 2019 21:24:34 +0000

Traditionally, Catholics bless their home and those who live in their household on the Feast of the Epiphany each year. It’s not difficult to do and we highly recommend you give it a try! Here’s how. What You’ll Need To Bless Your Home On The Epiphany Prayers for the Epiphany Home Blessing Lord God of […]

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The Three Hail Marys Devotion: A Simple Lifeline To Love And Holiness

Winifred Corrigan — Mon, 17 Dec 2018 00:37:03 +0000

When you wake up in the morning, get on your knees: One of the greatest means of salvation and one of the surest signs of predestination, is unquestionably, the devotion to the Most Blessed Virgin. All the holy doctors of the Church are unanimous in saying with St. Alphonsus of Liguori: “A devout servant of […]

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2 Prayers That Dads Should Memorize And Use Daily

Will Wright — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 03:26:59 +0000

Priest, Prophet, and King A Baptized man shares in the offices of Christ of priest, prophet, and king. A Baptized man who is the father of children is a priest, prophet, and king in a particular way. His house is his domestic church and his children are the flock that he shepherds. So, what does […]

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Do You Really Know What The “Serenity Prayer” Means?

Becky Roach — Thu, 29 Nov 2018 18:16:26 +0000

The Skit Guys break down the meaning of the “Serenity Prayer” in this hilarious, yet insightful video. Chances are good that you’ve seen this prayer floating around the internet and have maybe even prayed it yourself. The prayer has become widely known because it is used by Alcoholics Anonymous and many other rehabilitation programs. Serenity Prayer […]

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The Nicene Creed: Explained!

Will Wright — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 20:55:23 +0000

Historical Introduction of the Nicene Creed We call the Niceno-Constantinopolitan Creed the Nicene Creed. The Nicene Creed is professed every Sunday at Mass in the Latin Rite of the Catholic Church. In the Eastern Rites of the Catholic Church and in our separated Orthodox brethren, this same Creed is professed in its original formulation. The […]

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What If I’m Not The Prodigal Son? | Part 2

Ruth Kennedy — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 01:04:55 +0000

Some time ago I wrote Part One of this article and then promised a Part Two. I stalled on writing the second part, and for that I’m sorry. I hope this follow up has been worth the wait. Identifying with the Elder Son in the parable of the Prodigal Son is a very real struggle […]

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How To Pray The Divine Mercy Chaplet: Your Step By Step Visual Guide

Silvana Ramos — Wed, 10 Oct 2018 01:32:53 +0000

What is the Divine Mercy Chaplet? Sister Faustina Kowalska was a nun who received visions from Jesus Himself. After a particular vision on September 13, 1935, she began to share a prayer that Jesus taught her. The account of that vision can still be found in her diary, where she writes that Jesus said: “When […]

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21 Songs For Eucharistic Adoration And Prayer

Becky Roach — Tue, 02 Oct 2018 14:45:53 +0000

When choosing songs for a personal or community time of Adoration, look for those that bring glory and honor to Our Lord, lead us into a deeper knowledge of Him, and help us become more aware of the presence of God. Our Catholic-Link team has come up with a playlist of 21 songs that we have […]

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The Intercession of a Saint: How St. Joseph Moved Us Across the Country and Back

Genevieve Perkins — Fri, 24 Aug 2018 03:42:28 +0000

Asking for a saint’s help never seemed odd to me growing up. It was like asking friends or family to pray for me. In fact, it is asking friends and family to pray for me. God wishes to help His children grow strong and help each other. He didn’t make us to passively walk the […]

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This Simple Method Of Praying With Your Spouse Will Improve Your Marriage!

Becky Roach — Fri, 06 Jul 2018 02:37:12 +0000

Praying with my husband is something that has never been easy for me to do. Though I tell him everything and share all aspects of my life with him, I’ve always seemed to stumble when it comes to our prayer time together. Our first few years of marriage, I forced myself to say something, but […]

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How To Hear God When (You Think) He Is Being Silent

Lexie Metzler — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 08:34:45 +0000

There seems to be a huge stereotype about the way that God speaks to us. Many times, we think back to the conversion of Saul (who became Paul) who heard God’s voice booming through the clouds above him asking “Saul, why are you persecuting me?” Other times, we are literally waiting for God to whisper […]

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How To Pray A Novena – A Visual Step By Step Guide

Silvana Ramos — Mon, 07 May 2018 17:55:07 +0000

The novena is a Catholic practice of prayer that’s done over the course of nine days. Its practice goes back to the time of the apostles. The first novena can be attributed to when they got together to pray, after the Ascension waiting for the coming of the Holy Spirit. How To Pray A Novena […]

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One Unusual Way That You Can Help the People Of Great Britain

Ruth Kennedy — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 19:27:27 +0000

There is much in society to worry us, both at home and abroad. We can easily fall into despair at the many overwhelming and insurmountable issues. But we are called as Christians never ever to despair and never to lose hope. Which is why I love this latest initiative Rosary on the Coast. Last year […]

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How to Discern Between Consolation & Desolation | Lenten Spiritual Exercises

Fr. Ian Van Heusen — Sat, 17 Mar 2018 00:47:16 +0000

Fr. Ian VanHeusen presents a gospel reflection and spiritual exercise on the Gospel reading of John 12:20-33, Jesus’ startling statement about hating life in this world in order to gain eternal life in heaven. Throughout the Lenten season, Father encourages us to invest in prayer of self-examination, and he provides practical assistance in the method […]

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The Blessed Sacrament: Step-by-Step Visual Guide To Adoration

Silvana Ramos — Tue, 13 Mar 2018 17:20:43 +0000

The first time I visited the Blessed Sacrament, I was eight years old. I did it in the context of the preparation for my First Communion. The sister who was preparing us told us with much reverence and passion that inside the tabernacle was the door to Heaven. At eight, I took this explanation literally […]

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3 Things That Happen When You Regularly Examine Your Heart

Fr. Ian Van Heusen — Tue, 13 Feb 2018 22:28:16 +0000

We invite you to watch Father’s video, then prayerfully read the Gospel and reflection, and work your way through the Exercises. We pray that this might help you in your apostolate, your family, your classroom, or personally… to prepare for and more deeply experience Sunday’s Mass, and to better integrate the Sacrament and the readings […]

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Why You Should Want the Gift of Tongues

Fr. Brenton Cordeiro — Mon, 12 Feb 2018 20:58:11 +0000

For whatever reason, the gift of tongues has become one of the most controversial gifts of the Holy Spirit. So, before you dismiss this post because of something you may have previously heard or experienced relating to the gift of tongues, I encourage you to read on. Through this article, I wish to share how […]

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What Thousands of College Students Taught Me About Prayer

Steven Duran — Thu, 01 Feb 2018 15:37:58 +0000

I’ve been a Catholic for almost thirty years, and I find that one of the most moving experiences I have to this day is sitting in an adoration chapel with college students. I had the opportunity to attend the SLS18 Conference put on by FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) this year. This conference featured nearly […]

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3 Spiritual Exercises To Help Discern Your Vocation

Fr. Ian Van Heusen — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 17:28:42 +0000

3 Spiritual Exercises to Help Discern Your Vocation 3 Spiritual Exercises to help discern your vocation. 1. Think about Courage: “Here I am Lord” In Sunday’s first reading, the prophet is ready and willing to surrender to the Holy Spirit. “Lord, I am ready to do your will.” St. Ignatius encouraged his spiritual advisees think […]

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If Every Catholic Did This This Year, We Would Change The World

Becky Roach — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 16:15:49 +0000

Looking for a New Year’s Resolution that could change the world? This idea is simple, effective, and is guaranteed to save souls. The tradition, known as a Living Rosary, began in France during the 1700s, but it was St. John Paul II that made this devotion more widely known. As a young man, he was […]

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How To Pray With Your Imagination On The Epiphany

Fr. Ian Van Heusen — Thu, 04 Jan 2018 17:04:21 +0000

How to Pray with Your Imagination on Epiphany 2 Spiritual Exercises to let the light of Christ shine and break into our darkness 1. Imagine the vivid scene of clouds and darkness, pierced by light. Using especially this week’s first Mass reading from the book of Isaiah, compose a movie scene in your mind’s eye […]

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7 Advent And Christmas Carol Quotes That You Can Pray With This Season

Ruth Kennedy — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 18:21:58 +0000

One of the wonderful things about both the Advent and Christmas seasons is the abundance of beautiful hymns and carols. They’re made more special by the fact that they can only be sung once a year! But even so, we can still be overly familiar with some of the more common carols and maybe miss […]

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Five Feminine Virtues I Learned From The Joyful Mysteries | Part 3: The Nativity

Winifred Corrigan — Tue, 12 Dec 2017 22:09:34 +0000

Relations between the sexes: Have they ever been worse? It’s enough to tempt one to despair. Thankfully, the Church is a bulwark of sanity in every human realm, not least of all in matters of sex and sexuality, on the deepest, primordial realities of Male and Female. Those of us who see the chaos and […]

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3 Thought Experiments To Unleash Glory In Your Life

Fr. Ian Van Heusen — Sat, 09 Dec 2017 21:33:04 +0000

Advent is a wonderful time to examine your heart and your prayer life, and to make small changes that can set you on a new trajectory of hope in the year ahead. We invite you to watch Father’s video, then prayerfully read the Gospel and reflection. We pray that this might help you in your […]

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5 Ways To Be Mad At God & Open Up To Him In Prayer

Luisa Restrepo — Tue, 28 Nov 2017 12:40:23 +0000

I frequently get mad at God (maybe more than I should?… I don’t know whether there’s a reasonable limit to these things). The thing is, I used to think it wasn’t okay, that it meant my faith and love were weak. Little by little, with the Holy Spirit’s help, I’ve understood that prayer is an […]

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2 Powerful Things You Can Do If You Feel Helpless About the Plight of Persecuted Christians

Ruth Kennedy — Thu, 16 Nov 2017 05:45:36 +0000

It’s very often not the case that we simply don’t care about our persecuted Christian brothers and sisters across the world. The problem is often that we feel helpless and overwhelmed by the terrible situations they are in, and we don’t know what we can do to help them. Still, that is no excuse to […]

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10 Times Even People Who Aren’t Religious Start Praying

Becky Roach — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 13:44:52 +0000

You might not be the type of person who prays every day, but I’m willing to bet that you’ve called out to God in a few of these situations. 10 Times Even People Who Aren’t Religious Start Praying 10 Times Even People Who Aren’t Religious Start Praying Some situations just require calling upon the […]

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What Do The Lamp, The Oil, And Sleepiness Symbolize in The Parable Of The 10 Virgins?

Fr. Gaetano Piccolo — Fri, 10 Nov 2017 13:35:32 +0000

For those who have had the experience of keeping watch over a sick person through the night, especially if it was a very close loved one, you know what it means to fight off sleep. You do everything in your power to stay awake; you use every ounce of strength; you draw on all your […]

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2 Startling Revelations In The Our Father You’ve Probably Overlooked For Years!

Winifred Corrigan — Wed, 01 Nov 2017 10:56:50 +0000

There are treasures hidden in plain sight in the world and in our faith. The Our Father is one such storehouse of awe that is so familiar, so up-close to Catholics that – perhaps – we seldom pause and behold it for what it truly is. Non-Christians know the words of the Lord’s Prayer, but […]

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6 Surprising Things That Happen When You Decide To Embrace Silence

Ruth Kennedy — Fri, 20 Oct 2017 18:48:57 +0000

In the last few months I’ve really tried to embrace silence more often. To put my headphones down, turn off Netflix, logout of Instagram, and just be still. To pray more often, without distractions. To my surprise, it is not that easy. I don’t think I’m the only one that struggles either. Here’s a sneak […]

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5 Recommended (Short & Easy!) Catholic Books On The Spiritual Life

Kenneth Pierce — Mon, 09 Oct 2017 02:18:14 +0000

We frequently complain about our lack of time, especially when it comes to having time to read. Usually, the problem is not time, but the way we organize our priorities throughout the day. Spiritual readings are an excellent way to take advantage of time and nourish our soul. Certainly, they require us to find an […]

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7 Surprising Things That Happen When You Pray The Rosary More Often

Ruth Kennedy — Wed, 30 Aug 2017 20:57:12 +0000

If you ever find the rosary hard to pray, or hard to commit to regularly, read on to find out our seven most surprising things that happen in your life when you start to pray the rosary more often! When you’re finished with this article, don’t forget to check out our ultimate guide to the […]

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Bishop Barron Provides A Remedy For Those Who Are Self-Absorbed

Ruth Kennedy — Wed, 23 Aug 2017 01:47:06 +0000

When I struggle or become frustrated with my prayer life, I know it is often because I’ve become self-absorbed and preoccupied with my own worries, failings, or grievances. It is a cycle that is difficult to break out of, because what, when we are self-absorbed, breaks us open and reminds us that there is a […]

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Have You Met The Holy Spirit? How One Prayer Opened The Floodgates And Changed My Life

Alanna Burg — Tue, 22 Aug 2017 20:55:44 +0000

In my journey back to the faith I had spent much time researching, listening, and learning about what it meant to be a daughter of God, what it meant to be a follower of Christ, and to clumsily pick up my cross and carry it. All of this seemed like an overwhelming task and something […]

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3 Reasons God Speaks To The Human Heart In A Whisper

Fr. Ian Van Heusen — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 16:11:58 +0000

St. Ignatius of Loyola explains, “By the term “Spiritual Exercises” is meant every method of examination of conscience, of meditation, of contemplation, of vocal and mental prayer, and of other spiritual activities. “For just as taking a walk, journeying on foot, and running are bodily exercises, so we call Spiritual Exercises every way of preparing […]

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What The Transfiguration Teaches About Divine Love And The Choices You Make

Fr. Ian Van Heusen — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 16:26:53 +0000

In today’s Gospel reflection, Father Ian VanHeusen presents a spiritual exercise based on the readings for Sunday’s Mass. St. Ignatius of Loyola explains, “By the term “Spiritual Exercises” is meant every method of examination of conscience, of meditation, of contemplation, of vocal and mental prayer, and of other spiritual activities. “For just as taking a […]

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How To Seek Contemplation I Catholic Bible Study

Fr. Ian Van Heusen — Thu, 27 Jul 2017 15:18:56 +0000

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How To Go Beyond “I’ll Pray For You” – A Guide To Praying With Someone Spontaneously

Fr. Brenton Cordeiro — Mon, 24 Jul 2017 21:07:30 +0000

People often ask us to pray for them, whether they’re facing challenges personally, at home, at work, or they’re battling a particular illness. The common practice is that we promise to pray for that person, putting it off to some point in the future (that, let’s be honest, doesn’t always occur). Instead, one thing we […]

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10 Surprising Things That Happen When You Go To Adoration More Often

Ruth Kennedy — Mon, 10 Jul 2017 18:43:03 +0000

The Eucharist is described in the Catechism as the “source and summit” of our faith. Finding the time to go to Adoration can be difficult. But if you can make it happen, committing to regular Adoration with an open heart can have some surprising results. While they were eating, He took some bread, and after […]

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If You Desire to Grow in Holiness, Strive for These 10 Evangelical Virtues of Mary

Becky Roach — Wed, 05 Jul 2017 15:03:02 +0000

God knew that we would need examples of how to live the faith well, and He has provided us with numerous Saints to observe and learn from in order that we too may lead holy lives. Of course, the Queen of all the Saints in Heaven is our Blessed Mother Mary and she is the […]

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How To Pray Lectio Divina? A Visual Step By Step Guide

Silvana Ramos — Mon, 26 Jun 2017 20:21:08 +0000

“Lectio Divina” means divine reading in Latin. It’s an ancient practice that teaches us how to read, meditate on and live the Word of God. History tells us that it was the Blessed Guigo the Carthusian, who wrote the “most important stages” of this way of meditating the word. It’s not a prayer with fixed […]

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The Magnificat: Canticle of Mary And Magnifying Glass Of Intercessory Love

Winifred Corrigan — Wed, 21 Jun 2017 00:33:01 +0000

The Magnificat – otherwise known as the Canticle of Mary – is a beautiful, ancient, scriptural “song” of praise spoken by Our Lady. You may have heard the word thanks to the wonderful monthly publication that goes by the same name, but do you know the prayer, itself? “My soul doth magnify the Lord,” the […]

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Terror Attacks And Tragic Catastrophes: 8 Points On How To Respond To Extreme Fear

Ruth Kennedy — Thu, 15 Jun 2017 15:38:17 +0000

My New Year’s Resolution this year was to try and live out the commandment that appears so often in the Bible: “Be Not Afraid.” Personal circumstances meant that I had much need of this encouragement and I bounced into the New Year assuming that since I had decided not to be afraid, it would be […]

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Veni Sancte Spiritus: Summon The Holy Spirit With The Ancient “Golden Sequence” Prayer

Winifred Corrigan — Thu, 08 Jun 2017 00:38:33 +0000

Known and beloved as the “Golden Sequence,” the Veni Sancte Spiritus is a beautiful, powerful prayer to the Holy Spirit that dates back to the thirteenth century. It is attributed to the Archbishop of Canterbury, Cardinal Stephen Langton. In 1570, this “sequence” (still prayed and chanted after the first reading Epistle and the Alleluia and […]

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Pope Francis’ Suggestion For Bedtime Prayer Is Perfect For Children (And Adults!)

Becky Roach — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 12:14:32 +0000

What does a Pope pray before bed? Pope Francis’ bedtime prayer is one that we can all easily incorporate into our nightly routine. With the beautiful simplicity of this prayer, we can teach our children to come before the Cross of Christ and meditate on what He has done for us. “In the evening before […]

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How To Pray The Rosary? A Step-By-Step Visual Guide

Silvana Ramos — Sun, 28 May 2017 13:20:23 +0000

The origin of the Rosary dates back to the year 800, but it has evolved throughout the centuries resulting in the Rosary we know today. The Rosary invites us to make a beautiful meditation about the life of Jesus and the Holy Virgin Mary. Whether we pray it alone or with others, we can offer […]

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Donald Trump Calls for Memorial Day to Be a Day of Prayer for Permanent Peace After Meeting With Pope Francis

Becky Roach — Fri, 26 May 2017 18:45:40 +0000

On Wednesday, May 24th, United States President Donald Trump proclaimed that Memorial Day (May 29th) will be a Day of Prayer for Permanent Peace. It’s no coincidence that he initiated this day of prayer on the same day that he met with Pope Francis at the Vatican. During their meeting, Pope Francis encouraged President Trump to […]

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Confused By Purgatory? Fr. Mike Schmitz Explains All!

Ruth Kennedy — Thu, 18 May 2017 23:24:53 +0000

Purgatory is one doctrine that gets a lot of criticism from non-Catholic Christians, and confuses Catholics too. What’s the deal with it?! Why do we need it, and where did it come from? This excellent video from Fr. Mike Schmitz at Ascension Presents cuts through the misconceptions surrounding Purgatory. He explains the purpose of Purgatory, shares […]

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Want Others to Know Christ? Join this Global 10 Days of Prayer Initiative For Effective Witness!

Ruth Kennedy — Thu, 04 May 2017 19:04:10 +0000

Are you familiar with that feeling of dread when it comes to talking to others about Jesus Christ? Do you strive to love Christ with your whole heart and follow Him with all your will, but wish you weren’t so weak when it comes to witnessing to Him in conversations with others? Do you know […]

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The Ultimate Guide To The Rosary: How To Pray The Rosary, 15 Promises, the History, & More!

Becky Roach — Tue, 02 May 2017 23:58:11 +0000

It’s no secret that a devotion to praying the rosary will help you grow in your faith. Mary is our Mother and our advocate. When we ask her to present our needs to Jesus, we can be confident that she will take our requests to her Son. If you’ve ever wondered how to pray the […]

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Jesus’ Passion In Sacred Art: Meditating On The Sorrowful Mysteries Of The Rosary

Winifred Corrigan — Fri, 07 Apr 2017 03:07:43 +0000

Have you noticed the proliferation of zombie apocalypse imagery and themes everywhere in popular entertainment? The phenomenon is ironic to me, because just now as zombies preoccupy campy media, real life has become increasingly anesthetized. Death and sin are swept out of sight. Authentic wounds and sensitivities aside, one antidote to this insanity is […]

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“Fearless” – A Powerful Film About The Holy Spirit That You Don’t Want To Miss

Becky Roach — Wed, 29 Mar 2017 11:59:17 +0000

Have you ever witnessed the power of the Holy Spirit? Not many of us can say that we have actually seen a miracle occur before our very eyes. In the exciting new film about the Holy Spirit, Fearless, you will have the opportunity to watch miracles unfold as you witness Catholics join together to pray for […]

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5 Works Of Art To Help You Pray The Joyful Mysteries Of The Rosary

Winifred Corrigan — Tue, 21 Mar 2017 18:07:59 +0000

Today, we resume our series on sacred art as an aid to praying the Holy Rosary. Sacred art makes sense, and it is just one more of the countless treasuries of our Catholic heritage. The Incarnation of the God-Man, Jesus Christ, would forever infuse humanity – human flesh! – with a meaning and a goodness […]

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Lifeweapon: The Wearable Prayer

Becky Roach — Sat, 04 Mar 2017 19:07:47 +0000

Maxmillian Michieli started the lifeweapon ministry in 2015 to fix a problem in his life. He frequently wanted to pray the rosary, but always seemed to forget to bring his rosary along with him. This inspired him to create wearable rosary prayer bands that would never be left behind. Wearing the lifeweapon rosary bands will remind […]

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These 8 Keys To Prayer Will Change The Way You Pray

Becky Roach — Sat, 18 Feb 2017 21:49:35 +0000

Prayer is intended to be our way of communicating with God. It is a gift, yet sometimes it becomes a task, a burden, or a mundane part of our daily routine. We may also experience dry spells in our spiritual life and begin to feel disconnected from the God who loves us so deeply. And, many […]

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7 Postures Of Prayer To Engage Your Mind, Body, And Soul With God

Sebastian Campos — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 12:49:11 +0000

No matter how spiritual we are, we cannot ignore our bodies when we pray. Indeed, we pray with and through them, not only with our voice and thoughts. If we are happy, our face expresses it, and our body does, too; if we’re worried, we put our head in our hands. When we meet someone […]

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5 Works Of Art To Help You Pray the Rosary: The Luminous Mysteries

Winifred Corrigan — Mon, 13 Feb 2017 16:58:47 +0000

Did you know that these five mysteries were introduced by Pope John Paul II in 2002? His Apostolic Letter Rosarium Virginis Mariae established a Year of the Rosary – somewhat akin to this past year’s Year of Mercy. For those who try to pray five decades daily, these mysteries are said on Thursdays according to […]

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5 Works Of Art To Help You Pray The Glorious Mysteries Of The Rosary

Winifred Corrigan — Mon, 30 Jan 2017 16:42:44 +0000

Far from a distraction away from God or – even worse, as some claim – idolatry, sacred art makes sense. Whether as a teaching tool, a meditative window or – on the part of the artist – an act of human participation in the creative impulse of God, beauty in art speaks to us ineffably […]

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10 Things That Prevent Us From Hearing God’s Voice

Alanna Burg — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 11:32:01 +0000

Knowing that we are called to follow the Will of God and being able to discern His Will are two very different things. Do you ever feel like asking God for a neon sign to guide you in your next step in life? Usually, God does not send neon “go here, do that” signs. So […]

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Adoration: The Ultimate Act And Habit Of Friendship

Fr. Brenton Cordeiro — Sat, 21 Jan 2017 14:00:01 +0000

One of the most fruitful yet daunting experiences in my life has been Eucharistic Adoration. Just a few years ago, I would often marvel at how some people could sit before the Blessed Sacrament and get lost in the experience. Meanwhile, I was scratching my head trying to figure out what to do or say, […]

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Online Conference: How to Hear God’s Voice? A Practical Guide to Discernment

Alanna Burg — Wed, 11 Jan 2017 07:19:38 +0000

Knowing that we are called to follow the Will of God and being able to discern His Will is two very different things. Do you ever feel like asking God for a neon sign to guide you in your next step in life? Usually God does not send Neon “go here, do that” signs. So […]

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Do You Know the Meaning Of The Sign of the Cross? The 3 Beautiful Truths It Contains

Daniel Prieto — Mon, 28 Nov 2016 03:21:30 +0000

A terrible tragedy for Christianity has been, and always will be, the separation between rite and symbol; or to be more precise, the tragedy is due to the fact that the believers have forgotten the meaning of the symbols that take place during the various rites. Yes, because the cause of the fraction does not […]

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7 Ways to Fit In Prayer While Traveling

Benedict Hince — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 02:05:46 +0000

Traveling is a beautiful way to encounter other people and other cultures, and to be inspired by what you find and even more so, by those whom you meet. When you make that decision to go traveling, make it with God, because when you allow Him to work through you and guide you as you […]

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Struggling to Pray? Confused? Anxious? These 3 Prayers Will Help

Ruth Kennedy — Thu, 27 Oct 2016 00:06:27 +0000

I don’t know about you, but when I’m in a place of pain or distress, my prayer life can go one of two ways. Either I can feel closer to God, and prayer comes more easily, or my prayer life dries up and any kind of communication with God feels impossible. It is in these […]

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5 Simple Things You Can Start Doing Now To Improve Your Bible Reading

Benedict Hince — Wed, 26 Oct 2016 03:19:18 +0000

I enjoy reading good books. When I buy a book that someone has recommended to me, I can’t wait for it to arrive and then to read it straight through to the end! But I must confess to owning a book which has been recommended to me by many people who I greatly admire, and yet, which […]

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Conference: “How to Discover Peace in Prayer: A Practical Guide to Meditation”

Alanna Burg — Tue, 25 Oct 2016 10:00:45 +0000

Sometimes prayer and meditation can be a bit intimidating. Who has time for it? And with what little free time we do have, prayer feels more like an obligation than anything else. What’s more, besides a Mass and a few minutes before bed, all the other things are for those special mystics, right? In reality, the possibility […]

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The Importance Of Making A Spiritual Communion And How You Can Do It Anytime, Anywhere

Garrett Johnson — Mon, 24 Oct 2016 09:41:55 +0000

Spiritual communion is a great way to cultivate our love for Christ in the Eucharist for those times when we can’t make it to Daily Mass for a variety of reasons (no priest, something unexpected, weather, job, sickness, etc.). It is important to note that a spiritual communion can never replace your obligation to attend […]

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7 Starter Tips For When You Need Emotional Healing In Your Life

Ruth Kennedy — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 01:51:21 +0000

Anyone who has seen the movie Good Will Hunting will know the famous “It’s not your fault” scene. Even if you haven’t seen it, the moment stands powerfully alone, uncomfortable at first, until you cannot fail to be pulled into the breakdown of emotion that Will (Matt Damon) displays. It is raw, it’s real and […]

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These 2 Images Powerfully Show The Stark Difference Between The Christian Who Prays And The One Who Doesn’t

Garrett Johnson — Tue, 20 Sep 2016 03:16:08 +0000

As someone that tries to share the faith with others, I often find myself struggling to explain prayer. What difference does it really make? Isn’t it enough that I simply help others, that I be a “good person”? Albeit convincing for many – sometimes I myself fall into this logic – nothing could be further […]

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15 Powerful Prayers You Can Say In Just 15 Seconds!

Becky Roach — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 02:47:08 +0000

There have been many days when I was on the verge of losing my mind due to obsessive tattling, the never-ending muddy footprints on my hardwood floors and the bloodcurdling shriek of a toddler being tortured by her big brothers. During those moments, I could only mutter a simple prayer: “Come, Holy Spirit.” This was […]

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These Pieces of Poetry Not Only Speak to the Heart, but Speak to the Lord

Alanna Burg — Thu, 21 Jul 2016 02:45:42 +0000

When a writer pens poetry he or she uses a linguistic paintbrush to form in the mind of the reader a place full of emotion that no other writing style can express. Human experiences are so deep and so powerful that our language does them no justice. What seems like nonsensical combinations of words, when […]

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How To Pray? 10 Types Of Prayer Christians Need In Their Lives

Daniel Prieto — Tue, 21 Jun 2016 09:03:22 +0000

“I don’t have time to pray!” some argue. “That is not true,” I tell them. They give me a thousand excuses and leave. Then time goes by and I observe them. Long hours spent watching TV and YouTube videos, checking Facebook, playing games, listening to music, pursuing a hobby… in short, everything is justifiable on […]

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Pope Francis Explains: How To Pray When You Have No Time!

Catholic Link — Mon, 20 Jun 2016 11:40:31 +0000

How often do we hear the phrase, or even say ourselves: “I should pray more…; I would like to but often I have no time.” It’s true. Our lives are busy. But maybe instead of taking time away from us, prayer is really the remedy to our obsession with the apparent lack of time! As […]

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How To Deal With Stress If You Want To Become A Saint

Fr. Ian Van Heusen — Wed, 11 May 2016 06:00:48 +0000

I have become convinced that one of the most important indicators of someone’s spiritual maturity is how they deal with stress. Even good people with great intentions fail to maximize their spiritual life precisely because they deal with their stress in ways that actively work against their sanctification. With that in mind, I propose a […]

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Are You Courageous Enough To Pray “Come Holy Spirit”?

Ruth Kennedy — Mon, 02 May 2016 02:31:27 +0000

I was excited to see that ‘The Wild Goose’ is inviting everyone to join them in a worldwide prayer vigil for Pentecost. If you don’t already know, ‘The Wild Goose’ is an online series, created in partnership between Fr. Dave Pivonka and 4pm Media. (You can see our introductory post on it here). Over a […]

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Change Your Life In 33 Days Using The Same Method As Saint John Paul II

Becky Roach — Thu, 28 Apr 2016 16:23:19 +0000

Thirty-three days doesn’t seem like a very long time to do anything, yet alone change your life. However, it was this devotion that Pope St. John Paul II said was the “decisive turning point in my life”. Our beloved JPII read (and re-read many times) St. Louis de Montfort’s book True Devotion to Mary which led […]

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5 Tips For When You’re Experiencing A Spiritual Dry Spell

Ruth Kennedy — Thu, 14 Apr 2016 12:44:23 +0000

Everyone who is engaging in their faith will experience this eventually- at a time when difficulties or despair set in, when doubts become overwhelming, and God feels distant. Prayer feels impossible and no long or short the length of the dry spell, there is no denying that it can be an especially painful or bewildering […]

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90 Ways To Pray…For Those Times When You’re In A Prayer Rut

Becky Roach — Thu, 07 Apr 2016 14:05:56 +0000

Have you ever found yourself in a prayer rut? Perhaps you’ve been saying the same prayers for so long you no longer pay attention to the meaning behind the words. Your prayer routine has become just that, routine. Though it is good to be in the habit of prayer, we must not lose the […]

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A 7 Step Visual Guide For Going To Confession

Ruth Kennedy — Fri, 18 Mar 2016 04:02:41 +0000

If you’re thinking of going to Confession, but it has been a while, this post is for you. Going to Confession is never pleasant or enjoyable, but it is always worth it. However, it can feel so much worse if you’ve not been in years. Maybe it has been so long ago since you’ve been, […]

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Let Your Prayer Be Entirely Simple | St. John Climacus Quote

Guest Author — Thu, 10 Mar 2016 17:13:39 +0000

“Let your prayer be entirely simple. One word was enough for the publican and for the prodigal son to obtain God’s forgiveness (cf. Lk 15,21)… No pretentiousness in the words of your prayers; how often it is that the simple and unadorned stammerings of children sway their father! So don’t launch into long discourses lest […]

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How To Make Your Examination Of Conscience

Garrett Johnson — Mon, 22 Feb 2016 12:12:13 +0000

In recent years, some have noted a widespread crisis in the Church regarding the practice of the examination of conscience. On the one hand, for many it has become a legalistic examination (basically putting oneself in the courtroom), done exclusively within the context of confession, which can produce side effects such as scrupulosity, depression and […]

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Do You Pray Mechanically? 6 Tips For Learning To Pray With More Passion

Sebastian Campos — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 01:59:57 +0000

If you are anything like me, it bothers you, it makes you uncomfortable, to see so many people sharing photos, prayer chains, and hashtags like #PrayForJuanito. You ask yourself, “Do these people really pray or do they just share an image?” Then again, “Have they prayed for all the other tragedies that have occurred over […]

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Jesus May Be Silent, But He Is Always At Work | Benedict XVI Quote

Catholic Link — Sat, 06 Feb 2016 05:52:11 +0000

“Let us not be consumed with haste, as if time dedicated to Christ in silent prayer were time wasted. On the contrary, it is precisely then that the most wonderful fruits of pastoral service come to birth. There is no need to be discouraged on account of the fact that prayer requires effort, or because […]

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6 Reasons Why Praying The “Our Father” Is Offensive And Rude

Benedict Hince — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 14:32:25 +0000

WARNING: This post contains a video deemed offensive and as such, “carries the risk of upsetting, or offending, audiences”. The video contained in this post has consequently already been banned from screening at UK cinemas despite having been cleared by the Cinema Advertising Authority and the British Board of Film Classification. The Odeon, Cineworld, and […]

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Communion Meditation: “You’re Worth Dying For Right Now”

Ruth Kennedy — Tue, 10 Nov 2015 12:55:51 +0000

Today’s video invites us to reflect on an important and often forgotten about moment during Mass – the after Communion Meditation. Too often we may return to our pew after receiving Communion and sit and think. We may make a short prayer, the choir launches into a hymn and the moment is lost. Perhaps it […]

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5 Steps To Growing In Your Understanding Of The Nicene Creed

Becky Roach — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 16:46:43 +0000

We utter the words every time we go to Mass, but when was the last time that you took a moment to reflect on what you are truly saying when we pray The Nicene Creed? The Creed is more than a prayer, it is a profession of the truths of the Christian faith. The words […]

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10 Great Ways To Teach Your Child To Pray

Ruth Kennedy — Mon, 26 Oct 2015 15:10:17 +0000

Praying with your child is a vital part of their faith journey. Whether you are a parent, godparent, aunt, uncle or sibling, introducing your child to a life of prayer is arguably the biggest gift you can give them, because you are teaching them how to communicate with their creator. It’s a big responsibility, but […]

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A Step-By-Step Guide To Not Read The Bible Like A Robot: Lectio Divina

Garrett Johnson — Fri, 16 Oct 2015 15:39:06 +0000

Oftentimes our Wikipedia-mindset has taught us to read like robots. It’s one thing to read a text looking to obtain information, it’s another looking to undergo transformation. “Reading” the Bible isn’t meant to merely offer certain ideas or reflections, it is meant to be an encounter, through the Holy Spirit, with the living Word who is Jesus. […]

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7 Reasons Why Guardian Angels Are NOT Cute, Concocted, Chunky Cherubs That Float On Clouds

Becky Roach — Fri, 02 Oct 2015 09:22:05 +0000

How often do you take the time to reflect on the blessing it is to be gifted with an angel to guide us and guard us? As children many of us prayed The Guardian Angel prayer, but as adults we tend to forget the importance and power that the angels can have in our lives. […]

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How To Begin Praying With The Breath To Improve Your Spiritual Life

Fr. Ian Van Heusen — Wed, 16 Sep 2015 13:48:04 +0000

Through intentional breathing, we are subtly able to affect both our heart rhythm and our interior life (see Heartmath Institute). Such gentle guidance of our interior life constitutes a form of asceticism whereby we can calm the disorders of the heart and create the opportunity to receive God’s love. In addition, the natural wisdom of […]

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3 Ways To Use Your Rosary (Hint: It’s Not A Necklace)

Becky Roach — Wed, 26 Aug 2015 17:32:06 +0000

You probably have a rosary lying around your house somewhere. Maybe you received it as a Confirmation gift or picked one up when the sweet old lady was passing them out at church, but you don’t really know what to do with it. If you remember praying the rosary as a kid as something […]

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8 Ways To Find Time To Pray Every Day

Ruth Kennedy — Tue, 18 Aug 2015 18:57:25 +0000

Whatever type of ministry you do within the Church, chances are there will be a time when it becomes all-consuming and your own personal prayer life begins to suffer. Maybe you’re so busy and have already been praying all day with a group, talking about God, giving of your time in practical ways so that […]

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QUIZ: Which Title Of Mary Should You Use?

Becky Roach — Fri, 14 Aug 2015 16:13:36 +0000

There are hundreds of titles for Mary and each one brings her honor in a different way. Why so many different names for one person? Each title reveals to us a different facet of Mary’s character, allowing us to connect with her in a more personal way. How do you know by what name […]

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3 Catholic Prayer Hacks Even “Experts” Will Use

Becky Roach — Sun, 19 Jul 2015 20:28:47 +0000

Today, we present three innovative ministries that are making Catholic prayer life a little easier. Feast Days Celebrate the Feasts – Do you have trouble remembering Holy Days and Feast Days? Perhaps you remember them, but you have no idea what they signify or how to celebrate them. If either of these describes you, this […]

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10 Things You Can Do Instead Of Worrying

Becky Roach — Tue, 23 Jun 2015 22:06:48 +0000

I’ll admit it – it can be annoying to watch a movie with me. As soon as the movie begins, I try to figure out who the bad guy is or what the twist will be. If I do say so myself, I happen to get it right a lot of the time. It isn’t […]

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Ever Feel Like You Need A Guide On How To Pray For Your Kids?

Becky Roach — Thu, 04 Jun 2015 17:47:44 +0000

One of the things that Catholic Link does best is to Link our readers with phenomenal Catholic resources and ministries. Our writers search the web to find noteworthy Catholic content to bring right to your inbox everyday. (If you’re missing out on this, be sure to sign up for our emails!) The beauty of being […]

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10 Messages From The Virgin Mary That Every Catholic Should Know

Garrett Johnson — Sun, 31 May 2015 16:26:27 +0000

Catholics are known for our devotion to Mary. For good reason, the Mother of God was full of both grace and wisdom. Did you know that Mary continues to speak to us today? We would like to share with you a collection of 10 messages from the Virgin Mary that we think every Catholic should […]

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15 Typical Excuses People Give For Not Going To Mass…And How To Respond!

Catholic Link — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 21:17:53 +0000

It’s all too easy to find some reason not to go to Mass. All of us probably have at least one good excuse that we could use to try to justify skipping Mass, but the Mass is the greatest gift that God has given to us. Today’s post takes a look at some of the most typical […]

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It’s Been A Long Time Since I’ve Confessed: Will I Be Forgiven?

Astrid Duque — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 19:22:37 +0000

Give me your fear and I´ll give you peace. This is the thought which came to my mind after having seen this beautiful video on the sacrament of reconciliation. We are all sinners, all of us need forgiveness, we have all felt in our hearts the weight of our faults and the fear of going to confession. But this […]

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25 Simple Things You Can Do This Lent To Grow Closer To Christ

Luisa Restrepo — Fri, 20 Feb 2015 15:26:02 +0000

This week we will begin the Lenten season. It is a beautiful time to grow in closeness to God and to others. This time can, if we are willing to cooperate, be 40 days of immense spiritual and personal growth. While the specific penances we choose are not ultimately our focus – in the end, it is […]

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QUIZ: What Should You Give Up For Lent?

Becky Roach — Wed, 18 Feb 2015 01:55:36 +0000

This is a fun quiz to help you start thinking about what you should give up for Lent and planning ahead for this season of fasting,almsgiving, and prayer. Get ready to discover what Lent resource is best for you to use to grow in your spiritual life from Ash Wednesday through Easter Sunday. Share your results […]

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18 Excuses People Give For Not Praying

Juan Jose Paniagua — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 00:46:04 +0000

How many times have we heard these from our friends? Or more, how many times have we used these same excuses ourselves when we are not actively praying? Have we really abandoned our relationship with the Lord for these types of reasons? Whether we want to or not, each one of us (some more than […]

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6 Great Quotes By Saints And Popes On Prayer And Its Importance

Garrett Johnson — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 15:05:16 +0000

For any sincere Christian and determined apostle, prayer is an absolute must. It isn’t rare that many seem to doubt in the power of prayer. In fact, I would say it is perhaps the fundamental temptation: God does not listen. Still, more times than not, we are lacking two key ingredients for a deeper and […]

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QUIZ: What Psalm Should You Pray Today?

Garrett Johnson — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 10:58:39 +0000

For an apostle, prayer is not optional. It is a fundamental need that spiritually nurtures us and allows us to offer an authentic testimony of a constantly renewed encounter with the Lord Jesus. Remember: no one gives what they don’t have. No matter how much you read, investigate or write, if you aren’t praying, you […]

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Why “I Don’t Have Time” Is Never A Good Excuse

Alex Farmer — Mon, 19 Jan 2015 19:21:07 +0000

What if I told you that there was something you could do which was so amazing it would change your life and that, what’s more, it wouldn’t cost you a penny? Something which would involve making the best friend you could ever have, something that would give you more strength to cope with whatever life […]

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Sister Cristina’s Rendition of Madonna’s “Like a Virgin”

Katie Coyle — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 17:06:21 +0000

Sister Cristina is the recent winner of “The Voice” in Italy and she just released her new album “Sister Cristina”. Her first music video was a remake of the song “Like a Virgin” by Madonna. For most of us, this is not our first time hearing the song and the music video is completely different […]

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You Are Not Alone!

Garrett Johnson — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 17:24:44 +0000

ear Brothers and Sisters in the Middle East, Weeks ago, we listened to the dramatic petitions of Cardinal Fernando Filoni, the personal envoy of Pope Francis. They came after his visits with Iraq population, Christians and the Yazidis minorities, both of which have been for weeks victims of an intense and ferocious persecution by fundamentalist militias […]

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A Call to Prayer for Life, Marriage, and Religious Liberty

Garrett Johnson — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 19:29:43 +0000

I have just recently returned from an annual 5-day silent retreat. It was a beautiful time of reflection, meditation, and encounter with the Lord. Out of all the beautiful and challenging elements, one has struck me: the power of prayer. No moment expresses my own fragility, my utter dependence on Another, than that of prayer. […]

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Faith, Freedom and the Pursuit of Spiritual Highs

Ben — Wed, 02 Oct 2013 03:15:49 +0000

This video is brought to us by Blimey Cow, a parody vlog of “mockumentaries” whose cross-examination of teen and Christian stereotypes presents a critical but comically entertaining evaluation of North American culture. Although the makers of this vlog aren’t Catholic, several of their themes examine a common experience we face – that of trying to […]

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Rediscovering The Mass On The Road To Emmaus

Garrett Johnson — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 22:49:54 +0000

Just as the disciples on the road to Emmaus encountered Christ in breaking of the bread, so too are we invited to encounter the Resurrected Lord in the Eucharistic and to share this treasure with the entire world. On the Road to Emmaus This short film was produced by Outside da Box. Please check out the […]

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How Will Your Life Change When You Go To Eucharistic Adoration?

Garrett Johnson — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 21:23:01 +0000

In the spirit of Pope Francis’ call to come together as one community before the Holy Sacrament, we would like to offer this video, released by the USCCB, that is a collection of short testimonies on why people attend Eucharistic Adoration. The video speaks for itself. Each one has their own personal experience and reason for going […]

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The Eucharist And You: What’s At The Center Of Your Life?

Garrett Johnson — Fri, 31 May 2013 13:57:07 +0000

“The Eucharist & You” is another ODB films production. The main character, Jimmy, is the typical “All American Kid”, and, in fact, proposes the typical “ideal life”. Most conceptions of the ideal “American” life don’t tend to include the Eucharist, much less place it in the center as the “source and summit” – a situation that […]

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The History Of Pentecost And The Power Of The Holy Spirit

Garrett Johnson — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:35:52 +0000

Today the Church celebrates the feast of Pentecost. After hours of searching for material for this feast – and almost ready to give up hope – we found this simple and catechetical video based on Chapter 2 from the Acts of the Apostles, verse 1 to 21, which is precisely where the event of Pentecost […]

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9 Things To Reflect On That Will Help You “Get” Lent

Guest Author — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 13:29:09 +0000

On Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent, at the imposition of ashes, we hear the first words of Jesus in the gospel of Mark (1:15), “Repent, and believe in the Gospel.” His powerful and simple words provide us direction and guidance as we journey through the sacred season of Lent. Directed and guided by his […]

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Do You Sound Like A Robot When You Say The Creed?

Alex Farmer — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 14:45:14 +0000

The Creed is a prayer that we recite at Sunday Mass, week in, week out, but do we really think about what we are saying? This is one of many great videos made by Outside da Box, who strive to bring the Lord Jesus to young people through digital media. A Deeper Look At The […]

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Have You Watched Mother Teresa’s Nobel Prize Acceptance Speech?

Garrett Johnson — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 21:59:10 +0000

In 1985 at the UN headquarters in New York, Mother Teresa was introduced by the UN secretary of the time, Javier Perez of Cuellar, as “the most powerful woman in the world”. How can this be said of a woman who dedicated her life to the least powerful (at least in the eyes of the world)? Let’s […]

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The Life, Prayer, And Writings Of St. Teresa Of Avila – Doctor Of The Church

Garrett Johnson — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 11:02:33 +0000

St. Teresa of Avila went through a time of conversion even after consecrating her life to God as a Carmelite sister. Like many others, she also placed her hope on temporary things, without focusing on the eternal God she followed, but one day, years after entering the convent, Jesus touched her heart and she responded […]

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“God, hope and surf” – The Story of Bethany Hamilton

Garrett Johnson — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 15:51:18 +0000

Garrett JohnsonBorn in Texas, I spent 12 years living and working in Peru and Italy. A philosopher and a theologian, I have a passion for the power of stories in our lives.

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God’s pie: do you have some time for God?

Garrett Johnson — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 15:04:33 +0000

Don’t forget Who brought the pie. The clip can be downloaded at www.worshiphousemedia.com Garrett JohnsonBorn in Texas, I spent 12 years living and working in Peru and Italy. A philosopher and a theologian, I have a passion for the power of stories in our lives.

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God Speaks. Doug, are you listening?

Garrett Johnson — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 10:15:33 +0000

Garrett JohnsonBorn in Texas, I spent 12 years living and working in Peru and Italy. A philosopher and a theologian, I have a passion for the power of stories in our lives.

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