Articles in 'Prayers & Devotionals'
You have great power!  But do you use it?
You have great power!  But do you use it?
By Troy Kroening
How do you know that you have great power? Well, are you baptized? If you are baptized, you an adopted son or daughter of God! This not only sounds good, but it is a great reality that we hardly live out. If only we had a prayer that spoke to that reality and helped us to live it out. And we do!
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Why Good People Leave Our Church
Why Good People Leave Our Church
By E.M. McCarthy
It has been a very difficult week. It's been eight weeks since I last attended Mass or received Holy Communion and ten weeks since I received forgiveness in Confession thanks to the pandemic. But this week in particular has been difficult for a different reason. My children's Catholic school is being closed.
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Saint Agnes of Montepulciano, Saint of Saints
Saint Agnes of Montepulciano, Saint of Saints
By Joseph Freyaldenhoven
During one of Catherine of Siena's ecstasies, she exclaimed, referring to St. Agnes of Montepulciano: "I give you thanks oh my Lord, for showing me the place that will be mine (in Paradise), next to my sister Agnes." Who is this Saint (virtually unknown in our country) that a powerful Saint and Doctor of the Church - Catherine of Siena should say this of her?
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Where You Stand Determines What You See
Where You Stand Determines What You See
By Tony Jesse
The story of Sharon Heidland is intriguing. She went to the University of Nevada on a college scholarship to play volleyball. She was attractive, had smarts, had money, and was socially popular in the party scene.
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Oh Sacraments, Most Holy and Evasive
Oh Sacraments, Most Holy and Evasive
By E.M. McCarthy
Many Catholics will live through more than ten weeks of lock-down of their churches due to the COVID19 virus. Yet, in the United States people still shop at Big Box and grocery stores. They are crowded. Obviously if people are going out for groceries, we are not truly stopping the spread of the COVID19 virus.
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We Glorify God by Offering All to His Mercy
We Glorify God by Offering All to His Mercy
By Kevin J. Banet
Here are today’s stimulating chat questions: How do we dedicate our works for God’s glory?
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Living Cross of Limpias
Living Cross of Limpias
By Joseph Freyaldenhoven
God is so powerful! He is involved with His children! The Lord works in mysterious ways, when He wants to make His presence known to His people.
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"Quiet! Be Still!"
"Quiet! Be Still!"
By Ralph Hathaway
“It seems that some of the most ecstatic dreams I’ve had are Church related and this one tops them all. At a time when we as Catholics are hurting without being able to attend Holy Mass, receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation face to face with a priest, and the most endearing partaking of the Blessed Sacrament in Holy Communion.
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The Pardon Crucifix: The forgotten weapon against the devil
The Pardon Crucifix: The forgotten weapon against the devil
By Amelia Monroe Carlson
Although few Catholics have ever heard of the Pardon Crucifix, it certainly does not diminish the power it wields over Satan and his evil ones. In fact, it holds just as much power against evil as the Miraculous Medal and the St. Benedict Medal.
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Ode to Solitude
Ode to Solitude
By Mary Rivers
Some days events and people invade my space- My time spent talking to the Lord; “Goodness, goodness,” I cry, “Come, reset me Lord, to stay with Thee.”
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Darkness Won't Win; It Will Strengthen Post-Resurrection Disciples
Darkness Won't Win; It Will Strengthen Post-Resurrection Disciples
By Katie Zalany
I noticed something profound on Easter. It seemed that all of the faithful people around me experienced graces and joy despite coronavirus putting us in isolation and not allowing us to go to mass and receive the Eucharist.
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St. Padre Pio: Modern Saint of Obedience
St. Padre Pio: Modern Saint of Obedience
By Amelia Monroe Carlson
It was obedience which anchored the life of Padre Pio and led to his extraordinary legacy. Although receiving the stigmata is what he is often known for, it was certainly not the greatest legacy he left behind.
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Freedom and Covid 19
Freedom and Covid 19
By Lorrie McNickle
What exactly is it? I am seeing and hearing comments and posts a lot about "freedom" these days in light of the pandemic and the "social distancing" that we have all been encouraged to follow.
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Catholic Homeschooling - For the health of your children
Catholic Homeschooling - For the health of your children
By De Maria
Homeschooling families are awesome. When the social distancing rules were set in place, those who were least affected, were homeschoolers. For homeschooling families, it was business as usual.
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Divine Mercy: What is it? How to pray it? (plus a FREE ebook)
Divine Mercy: What is it? How to pray it? (plus a FREE ebook)
By Amelia Monroe Carlson
“Mankind will not have peace until it turns to the fount of My Mercy.” The message of Divine Mercy began with a Polish nun in 1931 but it is ever more relevant in our world today. It’s a message with power and promise.
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Time to Brainstorm
Time to Brainstorm
By De Maria
I don't know about you, but this Wuhan virus has really disrupted my Church life. Before the virus, my wife and I were daily communicants. But, since the shelter in place orders, we haven't had communion. Thank God we have a parish nearby which affords us Confession.
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St. John Joseph of the Cross*---a great Lenten Role Model: this humble Saint fasted regularly, slept only three hours per night-and led a life without any earthly comforts.
St. John Joseph of the Cross*---a great Lenten Role Model: this humble Saint fasted regularly, slept only three hours per night-and led a life without any earthly comforts.
By Larry Peterson
His name was Carlo Gaetano Calosirto, and he was born on August 15, 1654, off the coast of Naples on the island of Ischia. From his earliest childhood, he demonstrated great virtue and self-denial.
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