Why go to confession when you have no sins to confess? Find out when Fr. John Bartunek explains the benefits of this sacrament of mercy.
Fr. William Casey reflects on the transformative power of the sacrament of penance in this chapter from his book “Making a Holy Lent”.
How does the sacrament of confession work in us? Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen explains in this excerpt from his classical Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.
Fr. Wade Menezes details practical steps that will lead to a sanctified life from his book “The Four Last Things.”
Why would some babies cry at baptism if a cross is placed on their forehead? Father John Bartunek answers a reader’s question and explains what may be happening.
Dan Burke and Melissa Elson answer your questions on hindrances to spiritual progress, how to begin contemplative prayer, and papal matters.
Know a seminarian? Know one being ordained soon? Patti Maguire Armstrong shares really helpful hints for gifts which can make a difference!
Fr. Bryan Jerabek concludes his two-part post with concerns from other priests and bishops on receiving Holy Communion in the hand … and provides links to recommended reading.
Why receive Holy Communion on the tongue? Fr. Bryan Jerabek shares a priest’s perspective in part one of this two-part post.
In this spiritual warfare post, Patti Maguire Armstrong shares her favorite insights from exorcists.