In this excerpt from “The Truth about Saint Joseph,” Fr. Maurice Mescheler describes and contemplates Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem.
What do the saints say about the Blessed Virgin as a young child and about her dedication to God? Find out what St. Alphonsus Liguori relates in the conclusion of this series on Mary’s presentation in the temple, today’s memorial celebration.
It is Mary on whom the Rosary is centered in a focus ever new. This prayer means a lingering in the world of Mary, whose essence was Christ.
Bishop Bossuet reflects on Mary’s condition, which was one of sorrow, a crucifying sorrow, and, how amid this sorrow, she lived by love.
What can we learn from today’s Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary? Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen reflects in this excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.
Humility brought about the triumph of Jesus and so must also be the cause of Mary’s glory.
How in the world are we supposed to pray for all the many people and intentions which need our prayers? Father John Bartunek responds to a reader’s question and shows us a way.
How should we respond to experiencing God in prayer? What is “spiritual haze”, where does it come from, and how should we deal with it? Dan and Melissa look to the wisdom of St Peter of Alcantara in the book “Finding God Through Meditation” for answers.
What’s Christian meditation and what does it have in common with Eastern meditation? Connie Rossini explains in part two of her “How to Pray” Series.
How can I stay engaged when I pray? Where does aridity come from? Answers to some questions on prayer and some suggestions for a daily prayer routine.
