February 17, 2021
PRAYER FOR THIS MORNING (WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17)
Ash Wednesday Prayer for the Morning Gracious and merciful is the Lord; let us turn to him with our whole heart. Glory to the Father, and to…
February 17, 2021
DAILY MEDITATION (TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16)
MEDITATION OF THE DAY The Powerful Leaven of Grace Dear little brother, I received your last letter, and also the “Face of Christ” image which you sent me. I…
February 16, 2021
PRAYER FOR THIS EVENING (TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16)
Prayer for the Evening God speaks of peace: come, let us give thanks and praise! Glory to the Father…. Alleluia! HYMN Remember, Lord, your works of…
February 16, 2021
List of Mortal Sins Every Catholic Should Know
“Amen, amen, I say to you: If any man keep my word, he shall not see death forever.” — John 8:51 The Distinction between two types of sin …
February 16, 2021
Are there really sins that cannot ever be pardoned?
Full Question: Are there sins that cannot be pardoned? ANSWER: "but anyone who blasphemes the Holy Spirit will never be forgiven. This is a sin with eternal consequences."…
February 16, 2021
Prayer to St. Joseph for nightly protection
Ask God, St. Joseph and the Virgin Mary to protect you from all evil during the night with this prayer. When we lie down to sleep, it can be…
February 16, 2021
Prayer to St. Joseph for perseverance
St. Joseph is a model of patience and perseverance, working quietly during the hidden years of Jesus' life. Do you struggle with patience or perseverance? One saint to turn…
February 16, 2021
This Lent, take a 40-day virtual pilgrimage through the Holy Land
The "Pilgrimage in Faith" will take attendees through 40 Holy Land sites in 40 days. Atrio of Catholic groups has organized an extensive 40-day virtual Lenten pilgrimage through the…
February 16, 2021
Why Shrove Tuesday is a day for confession
Mardi Gras used to be a time to prepare spiritually for the season of Lent. While many are familiar with food aspect of “Fat Tuesday,” originally it was designed to…
February 16, 2021
Saint of the Day: St. Juliana of Nicomedia (TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16)
A special patron and protector of the sick. Martyr (d. 304) Her story + There is no doubt that a woman named Juliana was martyred in the year 304…
February 16, 2021
PRAYER FOR THIS MORNING (TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16)
Prayer for the Morning God gives life to all that lives: come, let us return thanks and praise! Glory to the Father…. Alleluia! HYMN God, when…
February 14, 2021
Before communion, ask Jesus to come into your heart
As you prepare to receive holy communion, invite God to dwell in your heart. Receiving holy communion at Mass can be a beautiful experience, but often we don’t prepare…
February 14, 2021
Why St. Valentine is a patron saint against plagues
St. Valentine may have been a physician who cured the daughter of a Roman officer. Little is definitively known about the original St. Valentine, but one popular legend claims he…
February 14, 2021
Prayer to St. Valentine for protection from all dangers
St. Valentine is a powerful intercessor, traditionally invoked against any kind of danger. While most are familiar with St. Valentine’s association with love, he was more widely known as an…
February 14, 2021
Saint of the Day: Sts Cyril and Methodius (SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14)
Patron Saints of Church Unity. Missionaries (Ninth Century) Their story + The brothers Cyril and Methodius were born in Greece and educated in Constantinople. + Sent by the patriarch…
February 14, 2021
PRAYER FOR THIS MORNING (SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14)
Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Prayer for the Morning Christ heals all ills: let us give thanks and praise. Glory to the Father…. Alleluia! HYMN Our…
