For disarmament and peace Let us pray that nations move toward effective disarmament, particularly nuclear disarmament, and that world leaders choose the path of dialogue and diplomacy instead of violence.

by Sarah Wells When Bonnie Sartin finished tidying up the sanctuary of St. Francis Xavier Church and returned to the undercroft, a chorus of parishioners surprised her as they sang “Happy Birthday” in front of a huge cake. It was a simple show of their appreciation for her significant service …

Shine On | by Dominick Albano It’s February, and for some people, this month symbolizes love. It makes them think of Valentine’s Day or maybe, the coming of Lent… or just taking time away to someplace warmer. For me, when the calendar turns to February, I can only think of …

Lent is a season of moral and spiritual growth. For some, the principal approach is to deprive oneself of non-essential goods; we give up some pleasure or luxury. Others observe Lent by performing spiritual or corporal works of mercy; we add some activity or assume some burden. And, of course, …

By ACI Prensa ACI Prensa Staff, Feb 11, 2024 / 07:00 am Lent is a time of conversion and penance that the Catholic Church offers to believers to prepare for and live the Easter triduum — the mystery of the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus. During the 40 days (this …

By Matt Hadro Washington D.C., Mar 8, 2019 / 12:25 am (CNA).- With the Lenten season here, Catholics immerse themselves in 40 days of abstaining from sweets, technology, alcohol and other luxuries. But did you know that Catholic monks once brewed beer specifically for a liquid-only Lenten fast? Back in …

This beautiful video of the Stations of the Cross in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.

Catholic at Home | Katie Sciba When I met my husband, there was something fantastically different about him. I was surrounded by faithful friends, each unreservedly devout, but Andrew’s closeness with Christ was contagious. While we dated long-distance, I went from hardly praying the Rosary to faithfully reciting it daily …

by Hannah Brockhaus Rome, Italy, Feb 14, 2021 / 02:00 am MT (CNA).- When most people think of romantic love, a third-century skull crowned with flowers probably does not spring to mind — nor the story behind it. But a visit to an unassuming Byzantine basilica in Rome might change …