“In our tradition of Catholic spirituality, these types of practices are referred to as memento mori, a Latin phrase that means “remembrance of death” or “remembrance of mortality.” The practice of receiving ashes on Ash Wednesday is one of these.” – Fr. John Bartunek
“Throughout our lives, but especially at the hour of our death, evil spirits of infirmity and despair are wont to afflict souls. The remedy is clear: we trust in God’s mercy.” – Monsignor Stephen Rossetti
As November ends but Advent begins, Monsignor Pope asks us to remember the four last things.
Will the day of judgment be one of shame–or a story of restoration, redemption, and resurrection to be sung with joy?
Andrew McNabb reflects on the only solution to the evil of the falseness we confront every day.
Nothing is wasted in the Economy of God–this mysterious, wonderful reality has us all implicated in each other’s salvation. Claire Dwyer is always amazed at the perfection of God’s plans.
Smoke in the sky and burning churches remind Claire Dwyer of what will, in the end, remain.
Nov 28, 2018 – In this chapter from his book “In Heaven We’ll Meet Again,” Francois Blot reflects on the dire need for prayers for the deceased.
Dr. Anthony Lilles reminds us not to neglect praying for the dead, even as we pray for the suffering here on earth.
Find out why saints are often shown with skulls when Father John Bartunek explains the concept of “memento mori”.
