As we begin Holy Week, St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross meditates on the good that comes from desiring and carrying the Cross.
What should true mortification aim at?
Today’s meditation for the solemnity of the Annunciation is an excerpt from an oration of Saint Athanasius on the Incarnation when the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.
What does Christ’s prediction of His Passion mean for us? What lessons can we draw from it?
As we begin the spiritual discipline of Lent today, let us reflect on why it is important to unite ourselves to the sufferings of Christ both spiritually and corporeally.
How does one choose a Lenten devotional? The secret to this, and to a life of piety in general, is to respect the hierarchy of our duties. Leila Marie Lawler offers wisdom as Lent approaches.
A powerful storyteller reveals the true source of strength – He is who is to be loved above all.
Claire Dwyer tells how she came to make this year’s Lenten resolutions.
Why does the Church celebrate today’s feast of the Presentation of the Lord in the Temple? Find out when Liz Estler explores the history, symbolism, and theology contained therein.
Why is the feast of the Baptism of the Lord so important? Find out when Liz Estler reflects on the Church’s celebration today.
Where does Herod, who sought the life of the Christ Child, lurk today? Find out when Fr. John Bartunek reflects on part I of this coming Sunday’s gospel, an excerpt from his meditation book “The Better Part”.
