THE TRIUMPH OF THE RISEN CHRIST: EXPLORING HIS DESCENT INTO HELL AND GLORIOUS RESURRECTION Section 2, Chapter 2, Article 5 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (paragraphs 631–658) proclaims one of the most profound mysteries of the Christian faith: “He descended into hell. On the third day He rose again.” These words from the … Read more
THE DIVINE CONCEPTION: UNDERSTANDING THE VIRGIN BIRTH OF JESUS The doctrine of the Virgin Birth is one of the most profound and essential affirmations within Christian theology. Found in Section 2, Chapter 2, Article 3 (456-570) of the Catechism under the phrase “He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit, and was born … Read more
Act of Contrition O my God, I am heartfully sorry for having offended thee, and I detest all my sins because of thy just punishment, but most of all because I have offended thee my God, who is all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of thy grace, … Read more
Anima Christi Soul of Christ, sanctify me, Body of Christ, save me, Blood of Christ, inebriate me, Water from the side of Christ, wash me, Passion of Christ, strengthen me, O good Jesus, hear me. Hide me within your wounds, keep me close to you, defend me from the evil enemy, call me at the … Read more
Hail Holy Queen Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve: to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after … Read more