Christ is not ‘a guru or a good luck charm,’ pope says at Mass in Angola
SAURIMO, Angola — Pope Leo XIV warned at Mass in Saurimo, Angola, on Monday of making God into an idol that is sought only when advantageous — “when genuine faith […]
Month: April 2026
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MANTLE OF MERCY, HOLY MOTHER
MANTLE OF MERCY, HOLY MOTHER A Prayer to the Blessed Virgin Mary In the quiet of this moment, I gather my thoughts and place my heart before heaven, seeking peace, […]
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HOLY NAME ABOVE ALL NAMES
HOLY NAME ABOVE ALL NAMES In a quiet moment of stillness, I gather my thoughts and lift my heart with intention, seeking peace, clarity, and deeper union with You, O […]
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WHY PRIESTS WEAR DIFFERENT COLORS AT MASS (AND WHAT THEY MEAN)
WHY PRIESTS WEAR DIFFERENT COLORS AT MASS (AND WHAT THEY MEAN) INTRODUCTION If you attend Mass regularly, you’ve probably noticed that the priest’s vestments change color depending on the day. […]
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SAINT AGNES OF MONTEPULCIANO: THE PURE LIGHT OF DIVINE LOVE
SAINT AGNES OF MONTEPULCIANO: THE PURE LIGHT OF DIVINE LOVE INTRODUCTION In the quiet hills of medieval Italy, the life of Saint Agnes of Montepulciano shines as a radiant witness […]
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VIRGIN MOST FAITHFUL: A RADIANT MODEL OF PERFECT FIDELITY TO GOD
VIRGIN MOST FAITHFUL A RADIANT MODEL OF PERFECT FIDELITY TO GOD INTRODUCTION Among the many titles given to the Blessed Virgin Mary in Catholic devotion, “Virgin Most Faithful” (Virgo Fidelis) […]
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RADIANT CHRIST: THE DIVINE LIGHT THAT ILLUMINATES THE WORLD
RADIANT CHRIST THE DIVINE LIGHT THAT ILLUMINATES THE WORLD INTRODUCTION The title “Radiant Christ” reflects the dazzling glory, divine light, and transformative presence of Jesus Christ as revealed throughout Sacred […]
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SEEKING THE BREAD THAT ENDURES FOREVER
CATHOLIC DAILY GOSPEL REFLECTION FOR TODAY SEEKING THE BREAD THAT ENDURES FOREVER GOSPEL John 6:22-29 (Douay-Rheims Bible) The next day, the multitude that stood on the other side of the […]
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Apr. 19 Third Sunday of Easter, Sunday
From the Gospel for the Third Sunday of Easter, Year A: When they drew near to the village to which they were going, He appeared to be going further; but […]
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New York Gov. Al Smith: Perseverance in both political endeavors, faith
To President Franklin Roosevelt, he was the “Happy Warrior.” To suspicious Protestants, he was a pawn of the pope. Amid such conflicting views as these, the remarkable political career of […]