"I praise you as my constant helper, and call on you as my loving protector." Living in a hostile world is not easy and often we will find ourselves crying…
Arriving as a missionary in the U.S. at 25, as Bishop of Philadelphia he established many parishes, despite riots, as well as the first Catholic diocesan school system. He was…
These US saints fought for the dignity of all people. Each year the feast of the Holy Innocents on December 28 reminds us of the fragility of life and the…
Rose was a devoted child who helped her parents when they were in difficulties. St. Rose of Lima felt God calling her to lead a life consecrated to him, but…
Blessed Charles de Foucald invites us to say: Let only your will be done in me ... Father, I abandon myself into your hands; do with me what you will.…
As long as it is said in faith and for a particular spiritual benefit. Even though St. Joseph never spoke a word in scripture, his silent example of obedient faithfulness…
The "Patron Saint of Joy" is a powerful intercessor for those who need more joy in their lives. Living in the midst of a world surrounded by violence, oppression, disease…
"I summon today all these powers between me and evil." One of the most enduring prayers that has been attributed to the Apostle of Ireland is known as the “Lorica…
If you are having trouble finding a future spouse, here is a helpful prayer. Finding a future spouse can often be very challenging. For some it may be a matter…
The prayer helps to prepare your heart to receive exactly what God wants to communicate to you. Sometimes we can approach reading the Bible just as we would any other…
The Lebanese saint has become widely known as a miraculous intercessor on countless occasions. Throughout history God has chosen certain individuals to work stunning miracles that reveal his great power…
St. Joseph knew well the worries and anxieties of being a parent and is known as a powerful intercessor for parents. While being a parent has its many joys, it…
Through the ministry of Venerable Maria Consolata Betrone, many of us might use this prayer as a way to get through the day. Pierina Lorenzina Betrone was born in Saluzzo,…
Sometimes bad experiences take root in our souls and affect our outlook. As the years go by, we accumulate positive and negative experiences that leave imprints in our souls. Extremely…