The Advent season, a period of preparation for the birth of Christ at Christmas, is marked with a beautiful and symbolic tradition: the Advent wreath. This wreath, with its four candles, serves as a reminder of the spiritual journey Christians undertake in the weeks leading up to Christmas. The origins
Grow in Virtue
I have been meaning to write about the virtues of faith, hope, and charity for a long time. In the rich tapestry of Christian spirituality, these three virtues hold a place of profound significance. These virtues, often referred to as the "theological virtues," are foundational to our spiritual
In my article The Shroud of Turin: Authentic or Forgery? I provided evidence that led me, and more importantly, scientists, to conclude that the Shroud of Turin is not a forgery. The bloodstains and imprints on the cloth are from a man in 1st Century Judea who was tortured and
In a world often characterized by fast-paced living and distractions, the story of Blessed Carlo Acutis stands as a beacon of hope and inspiration for all Christians, but particularly for young people. Carlo's short but extraordinary life was marked by deep faith, unwavering devotion to the Eucharist, and
I have been hearing about the Shroud of Turing for many years. I thought that it looked interesting and that it may be authentic, but I did not spend much time reading about it. I have recently devoted time researching it and I’m convinced that it is authentic. By
Many people have heard of the Shroud of Turin, which is a burial shroud that shows the three-dimensional image of a man who died from crucifixion. For over 1,000 years, the shroud has been venerated by Christians as if it was the linen cloth that covered the body of
Dear St. Joseph, you were yourself once faced with the responsibility of providing necessities of life for Jesus and Mary. Look down with fatherly compassion upon me in my anxiety with my present inability to support my family. Please help me find gainful employment very soon, so that this great
The Daily Examen is a technique of prayerful reflection on all the things that happened during each day so that we can discover how God was present in our life. St. Ignatius emphasized the importance of finding God in all things and he popularized this prayer technique when he published
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St Mary Magdalene’s feast day is July 22nd St Mary Magdalene accompanied Jesus and his apostles throughout their ministry and it is understood that she was one of the financial backers of Jesus’ ministry. She likely stayed near Jesus during his passion, and was at the foot of the
“For I know well the plans I have in mind for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare, not for woe! Plans to give you a future full of hope. When you call me, when you go to pray to me, I will listen to you.” — Jeremiah 29:11-22
Lord Jesus, you are the love that I was born to find. You are here, offering ME your heart. And asking for mine in return. You have given me the freedom to say no. I use my freedom to say yes. I surrender all I am to you. I renounce
To fall in love with God is the greatest romance; to seek him is the greatest adventure; to find him is the greatest human achievement. ~Saint Augustine