COLLECTION OF CATHOLIC PRAYERS ETC.
Readings for the Memorial of Saint Pius of Pietrelcina, Priest Reading 1 Prv 3:27-34 Refuse no one the good on which he has a claim when it is in your power to do it for him. Say not to your neighbor, “Go, and come again, tomorrow I will give,” when you can give at once….
Discover the life of St. Rose of Lima, the first canonized saint of the Americas. Her devotion to prayer, penance, and charity continues to inspire. Who was St. Rose of Lima? St. Rose of Lima, born Isabel Flores de Olivia, was a Peruvian laywoman and Dominican tertiary who became the first canonized saint of the…
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St. Padre Pio was an Italian priest who was known for his piety and charity, as well as the gift of the stigmata, which has never been explained. St. Padre Pio was born Francesco Forgione, on May 25, 1887, in Pietrelcina, Italy. His parents were peasant farmers. He had an older brother and three younger…
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Discover the fascinating history of St. Cecilia, the Virgin Martyr, and Patroness of Musicians. Explore her life, legacy, and spiritual significance in this enlightening post. Are you curious about the story of St. Cecilia, the Virgin Martyr, and Patroness of Musicians? Let’s dive into the fascinating history and legend surrounding this beloved saint. From her…
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St. Thomas of Villanova was born on March 28, 1488, in Fuenllana, Spain. After studying at the University of Alcala and being ordained a priest, he joined the Augustinian Order and became known for his deep spirituality and commitment to serving the poor. In 1518, Thomas was appointed the Archbishop of Valencia, where he dedicated…
Reading 1 Wis 2:12, 17-20 The wicked say:Let us beset the just one, because he is obnoxious to us;he sets himself against our doings,reproaches us for transgressions of the lawand charges us with violations of our training.Let us see whether his words be true;let us find out what will happen to him.For if the just…
As Christians, we are used to being different from those around us. We make different choices about how we spend the Sabbath, and how we prioritize our time. So it’s no surprise that when it comes to Christian singles dating, our choices are different as well. Since what a Christian is looking for in a…
A gleeful announcement to the world about the birth of his first son turned into a strange “X-frenzy” when former-actor-turned-farmer, Brandon “Bug” Hall, engaged with some detractors on the social media platform. Newsweek magazine took an interest and wrote up … Continue reading → The post ‘My Family Is My World, and Christ Is Its…
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Augustinian bishop. Born at Fuentellana, Castile, Spain, he was the son of a miller. He studied at the University of Alcala, earned a licentiate in theology, and became a professor there at the age of twenty-six. He declined the chair of philosophy at the university of Salamanca and instead entered the Order of St Augustine…
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