The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass was prefigured in the sacrifices of the Old Testament, which had polyvalent significance. Animal and plant sacrifices were used
A few years ago, when I left St. Benedict’s Church in Stamford, the fifth-grade CCD class chipped in to get me a book. I was
Sixteen years ago today, I stood in a white robe before the bishop as he anointed me with chrism and spoke the words of Confirmation:
Today was truly one of the best days of my entire life. I experienced for the first time an Archdiocesan ordination to the priesthood. It
Augustine Institute Expands Mission for the New Evangelization Through Partnership with Church Life Africa Formation initiative equips Nigerian laity to meet the growing needs of
Sacred Heart Mental Wellness Re-Launches “The Catholic Guide Through Anxiety” With New Edition and Workbook Updated edition supports Catholics in reframing anxiety during Mental Health
Lecrae Moore grew up on the wrong side of the tracks. Single mom, drug abuse, the gangsta lifestyle – the whole nine yards. He was
He has Risen, He has Risen indeed. Praise the Lord, Glory and Alleluia. I do not think I have ever been so starved to speak
“Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are
A few years ago, when Fr. Jonathan Meyer, a National Preacher for the National Eucharistic Revival, gave a talk at a men’s conference about the
New Study Finds That 67% of Catholics Who Haven’t Been to Confession in the Past Year Are Open to Returning New research from Vinea Research
Amazing Parish Unveils Leadership Manifesto for Pastors and Church Leaders “Rebuild My Church” white paper outlines the core beliefs behind the apostolate’s proven model for forming
A Trio of Lenten Offerings from the Augustine Institute Invite the Faithful on a Unique Journey Well Before Ash Wednesday Three interconnected resources help Catholics
I have a relative who is an avowed atheist, which makes for very interesting conversations when I go home for the holidays. Last year we
From east to west in the Catholic Church, the uniquely sacramental life of the Catholic Church defines us. The sacraments take us from the symbolic
We celebrate January 1, the start of a new year, as the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. But why is January 1 the start
Are you tired of spending time searching for good spiritual books and podcasts? What if you could download the latest Catholic books and podcasts anywhere
When I was at St. Mary’s in Stamford, which is a mostly-Hispanic parish, there used to be a running joke among the priests that all
New Survey from the American Beliefs Study Explores Alarming “Jesus Without Church” Paradox Data from ACS Technologies highlights growing personal belief alongside distrust in organized
Grand Coteau Retreats Revives Historic Campus in Louisiana’s “Miracle Zip Code” Former seminary and retirement home reimagined as sacred space for renewal and encounter with
Amazing Parish Announces 2026 Leadership Summit and Renewed Vision for the Future Denver-based apostolate known for forming healthy and effective parish leaders opens registration for
