Making the sign of the cross is a religious ritual in Catholicism. It involves saying a special prayer, then presenting the sign of the cross to Jesus. Making the sign of the cross, or actually crossing oneself, is also a spiritual blessing made by many members of different branches of Christianity. This ritual is commonly … Read more
What exactly is Confessing? If a human being is in dire need of personal, mental, or spiritual development, he or she may seek advice from a Confessor. A Confessor is a religious person who goes to the church to seek out guidance on one’s spiritual quest. He or she will listen carefully to the Word … Read more
If you are reading this, I am guessing you are struggling with anxiety, and you are looking for strength and hope. We live in a world where we are attacked by situations or events that cause worry and panic. Yes, anxiety occurs at any time. If you leave it unaddressed, it will bring your non-stop … Read more
Music is no doubt a crucial part of many funeral services, whether it’s religious or not. Just keep in mind that the details identify the atmosphere of any event. Nowhere is this more vital than at a funeral. Funeral music plays a substantial role in the overall tone. On top of that, funeral songs can … Read more
A traditional Catholic baptism is a highly ritualized and intricate process which includes many details of the Catholic religion into the most official form of child baptism. A Catholic baptism truly is built on a host of core beliefs which make the baptism of a young child of faith all the more important to both … Read more
There are a lot of prayers to St Joseph that one can incorporate into their lives. The Church does not restrict anyone in any way when it comes to this holy man. We have read many prayers that express love towards this man and most of them are aimed towards his worthy intentions. We will … Read more
Learning how to use blessed oil can be a valuable skill for any Catholic. The most common way to use blessed oil is by buying it or making your own in your home. However, there are other ways to use the blessed stick of oil. It can be used in candles, incense, potpourri and many … Read more
For many years, praying for our Lady of Good Health has been a popular custom. She is closely associated with herbs and the healing power they possess. Her powers are said to be so powerful that the very air they breathe can heal those who inhale them. The Prayer to our Lady of Good Health … Read more
A Catholic home altar is the best way for you to remember your faith and to teach your children what it means to be a Catholic – it is especially important to have a home altar now with many countries closing churches due to Covid 19 restrictions. A traditional catholic home altar would include a … Read more
The Catholic evangelical faith is the traditional denomination of the Catholic Church. It differs slightly from the Roman Catholic Church in that it has rejected Latin communion and the authority of the Pope.While the Roman Catholic Church is seen as the officially recognized church in the world, it is accepted only by a fraction of … Read more
Mary is one of the most important figures in Catholicism. Yet many people do not understand why we pray to her, or what the proper way of praising her is. Is it wrong to pray to Mary as one would pray to God or to Jesus? Who should pray to her? Read this article to … Read more
Are you wondering how you can become a better Catholic in your daily life? Do you often feel unworthy every time you look upon Jesus tormented and thought about His sorrows and death? You know you like to live every day for God. Well, you can make that living well one day at a time. … Read more
A lot of confusion has arisen lately as is to whether there is 6 precepts of the catholic church or whether there are only 5 precepts to the catholic church. To avoid this confusion we will discuss the definite 5 precepts of the catholic church then discuss the 6th potential precept. You shall attend Mass … Read more
Many people find Pope Francis quotes to be uplifting and inspiring. In this article, we will take a look at some of the words that the pontiff said during his visit to DC. When he was asked about family life in the third and final part of his papal visit to the United States, the … Read more
Alpha For CatholicsAlpha for Catholics is a practical tool that parishes use to inspire Catholic renewal, answer the call to the New Evangelization and the call of Christ and His Church to “go and make disciples of all nations.” Alpha for Catholics is a practical introduction to creedal Christianity over a 10 week course. Unique … Read more
After considerable planning over several years, a Call for Artists was published and distributed in December 2010 for The Buffalo Hunt outdoor public artwork. In February 2011, an independent jury recommended a proposal by Cochrane artists Don and Shirley Begg and, subsequently, the Society signed a commission agreement with the artists. The commission was unveiled … Read more
Imagine what a diocese would look like with kindness and prayers being intentionally done each week. Imagine a diocese which is blanketed in the works of mercy. Imagine the administrators of the local food bank when a whole town of Catholics show up with canned goods; imagine the faces of the children who will get a healthy meal … Read more
As we enter the Year of Mercy, declared by Pope Francis, dioceses and parishes are putting out resources to assist lay people to develop a lived response to Pope Francis’ call to a closer relationship with Christ and to acceptance of the tender forgiveness of the Father. We hope this year will animate our people to … Read more
A few years ago, not long after my husband and I had moved from the city where we raised our children, I found myself standing in the back of church after Mass, anxious to leave, waiting for my husband who was talking with a new acquaintance. In the midst of the move, I had become … Read more
There are a variety of prepackaged programs for outreach programs to inactive Catholics. This article reviews nine programs that you might consider using or adapting for your parish. They are listed by two criteria, cost and effort (planning, volunteers, and work). Programs are tools, like a set of keys. They do not evangelize by themselves. Each of us needs to … Read more
Every parent encounter is an opportunity for evangelization! If you are planning a parent session at your parish, you may find the following suggestions helpful. 1. Get the message out using every means possible, bulletin, email, social media, etc. Hopefully word will spread and you will have a great turn out! 2. Scheduling is key. Choose a day … Read more
Christmas season presents us with new opportunities to bring “the Good News of Jesus into every human situation” (Matthew 28:19-20). Here are ten simple ways to bring the good word during the holidays. How do you bring your faith into the Christmas season? Do you have any other tips to give us? Let us know … Read more
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