Franciscan Sisters Feature Advent Song “Bending Towards the Light” speaks of the greatest light that is Jesus who comes in peace in humble surroundings for our salvation.
"The Priests" is proving to be a world-wide hit! Listen to an interview by Nick Raphael of Epic Records (a division of Sony/BMG) on how he came to sign 3 Irish Catholic priests to his record label.
Book Review: “Take it to The Queen; A Tale of Hope” Josephine Nobisso, beloved author of "The Weight of a Mass" has written a delightful new book about the life of faith, and how we can always take our petitiions to Our Lady, the Queen of Heaven.
Saint John the Baptist and Advent John the Baptist deserves more consideration as a "player" during Advent. He has lessons to teach us about how we can prepare for the coming of the Lord.
Bethlehem and the Cross Challenge: Seek to recognize God’s presence in your day by patiently welcoming the suffering and trials he permits. Trust he will bring about a greater good.
Our Response to Joy Challenge: Do something concrete to help defend the lives of the unborn children.
A Kingdom for the Violent? Challenge: Today, when you experience something painful or difficult, offer up the unpleasantness to God.
The Yoke of Love Challenge: On your way to and from work today, contemplate Christ meek and humble in the manger at Bethlehem. Imitate his loving humility.
Holy Gospel: December 16 "When John came to you in the way of righteousness, you did not believe him; but tax collectors and prostitutes did." (Matthew 21: 28-32)
Holy Gospel: December 15 "Where was John’s baptism from? Was it of heavenly or of human origin?” (Matthew 21: 23-27)
Holy Gospel: December 14 "A man named John was sent from God. He came for testimony, to testify to the light, so that all might believe through him." (John 1:6-8, 19-28)
10 Years of Clerus.org Letter of Cardinal Hummes, Prefect of the Congregation for the Clergy.
Till I Entered the Sanctuary of God When we focus on spiritual things, our spiritual sight remains strong and intact, and we walk before Christ as we ought. But when we place our eyes on earthly things, like the Psalmist, we stumble and fall.