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Saint Nicholas of Myra

Saint Nicholas of Myra

Saint Nicholas of Myra was born in modern-day Turkey to wealthy parents who died when he was young. He dedicated his life to God and used his fortune to care for the less-fortunate. He became Bishop of Myra at a young age. During the Roman persecution of Christians, Bishop Nicholas was thrown into prison with other clergy. It is believed that, after his release from prison, he attended the First Ecumenical Council … Read entire article »

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Saint Nicholas of Myra

Saint Nicholas of Myra

Saint Nicholas of Myra was born in modern-day Turkey to wealthy parents who died when he was young. He dedicated his life to God and used his fortune to care for the less-fortunate. He became Bishop of Myra at a young age. During the Roman persecution of Christians, Bishop Nicholas was thrown into prison with other clergy. … Read entire article »

St. Francis Xavier of the Society of Jesus

St. Francis Xavier of the Society of Jesus

St. Francis Xavier was one of the greatest Catholic missionaries. The Jesuit is well-known for spreading the Gospel to faraway places such as India and Japan. He is portrayed in artwork in various forms, among them: holding a crucifix, with a flaming heart, holding a pilgrim’s staff, and raising his hands as he baptizes someone. He … Read entire article »

What is Advent?

What is Advent?

Advent begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas. It is a period of quiet waiting for the birth of Christ; however, the weeks leading up to Christmas can be life-changing. Those who choose to forego much of life’s hectic distractions for peaceful Advent reflections often venture into a Christmas season of not only true joy and happiness, but … Read entire article »

The Lord’s Prayer: But Deliver Us from Evil

The Lord’s Prayer:  But Deliver Us from Evil

This final petition in the Our Father is a continuation of the previous petition, “Lead us not into temptation,” which addresses temptation on a more personal level. “Deliver us from evil,” is a petition for all of God’s people. “Evil” does not refer to all temptation, but to the Devil himself. According to the United States Catholic Catechism … Read entire article »

The Lord’s Prayer: And Lead Us Not into Temptation

The Lord’s Prayer:  And Lead Us Not into Temptation

. . . and lead us not into temptation. God does not lead us into temptation. He does not tempt us. He has given us the freedom to choose his goodness, and will give the strength and wisdom to do so if that is what we truly desire. When Christ taught us to pray, he included … Read entire article »

Easter – He Is Risen!

Easter – He Is Risen!

After the sabbath, as the first day of the week was dawning, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb. And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, approached, rolled back the stone, and sat upon it. His appearance was like lightning and his clothing was white … Read entire article »

Good Friday

Good Friday

Good Friday marks the death of our Lord, Jesus Christ. The altar is bare. Crosses are removed or covered. Statues are covered. The Eucharist no longer resides in the tabernacle on the altar. Christ is gone – crucified, died. As there is no such thing as time with God, the faithful live the passion of Christ as told … Read entire article »