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The Lenten season is the most significant time in the Catholic calendar, even more so than Advent and Christmas. During Lent, we mourn Christ’s sacrifice on the cross, repent of the sins that made His suffering necessary, and rejoice in His resurrection. These mysteries are at the very foundation of our faith. Lenten symbols are […]

What is Catholic Lent? Lent is a season of repentance, observance, and preparation in the Catholic Church. As His Holiness Pope Francis tells us, “Lent is a time of renewal for the whole Church, for each community, and every believer.” Above all, he affirms: “It’s a time of grace.” For 40 days and nights each […]

The resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, is the culmination of God’s promise to us. It is a time of celebration, but also a time of remarkable power. Once and for all, we are assured that light overcomes darkness, and Jesus is with us always. Take a moment to save this page of […]

As Lent approaches, thinking about new ways to engage in spiritual practice during this time is natural. Using books to guide you through daily prayers and Lenten meditations is a great tool you can use to deepen your connection with God this time of year. Here are our top 10 books of meditation and prayer to help you during the season of Lent.

Lent is just as important for kids as it is for adults. While some concepts might be harder for children to grasp, Lent can be observed by the whole family. Luckily there are many Lent activities for kids to help them learn and grow during this time. Here are a few of our favorites.

There is a lot to look forward to and enjoy during Advent: the decorations, the parties, the food, and most especially the time spent with family. To help center our faith in Jesus and the celebration of His birth, we recommend you spend some of that family time praying together.

This year the feasts of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Immaculate Heart of Mary fall on June 24th and 25th. Celebrated 19 days after Pentecost, the dates of these two feasts change each year. These celebrations, while side-by-side on the calendar, have their own unique origins.

The words you write today may be words this young person reflects on throughout their life. The gift of wisdom is one of the greatest gifts you can depart to someone in the early stages of their journey with Christ.

The themes present in this beautiful work are as follows: Adoration, Priesthood, Reparation, Friendship, Consolation, Trust and the Blessed Virgin Mary. Our Lord, through the hand of this humble author, here tells us of His deep desire for personal friendship with his priests, in order that a sacerdotal, or priestly, Pentecost may set hearts on […]

While its origins are unknown, reciting the St. Andrew Christmas Novena prayer has been a staple tradition within the Catholic Advent season for at least a century. As most faithful Catholics know, Jesus called St. Andrew first to become a disciple. So, it’s quite fitting that the Feast of St. Andrew, which occurs on Nov. […]