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All About the Jubilee Year of Hope

On December 24, Pope Francis ushered in the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope with the traditional opening of the Holy Door at St Peter’s Basilica. The door is only opened during Jubilee years in order to ...

Who is Blessed Michael McGivney?

13 Inspiring Saints for Young People

In May, Pope Francis announced that the Church had approved the canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis, a 15-year-old Italian boy who died of leukemia in 2006. Carlo's life, centered on love of God a...

The Benefits of St Killian's Candle Burning System

The use of candles in churches is a long-standing tradition dating back centuries. Real candles have been a staple in church services, symbolizing light and faith. Despite the convenience of electr...

Understanding the Symbols in a Catholic Church

In the Church, different colors are used to symbolize the liturgical seasons and important feast days. These colors are not just decorative but hold deep symbolic meaning that help connect the fait...

Finding and Choosing Your Patron Saint

You may have heard that St. Christopher is the patron saint of travel, and that St. Joseph is the patron of families, but do you know that you have a patron saint too? If you are named after a sain...

Meaningful Catholic Gift Ideas for Loss and Grief

Experiencing the loss of a loved one is an undoubtedly difficult and painful experience. During times of grief, gestures of sympathy can offer consolation and provide comfort to those who are mour...

How To Clean & Maintain Outdoor Statues

Outdoor religious statues are a great way to show off your faith and add beauty to your home. Perhaps you recently inherited a statue of Mary from your mother or picked out a perfect statue of Sain...

Carlo Acutis - By Elizabeth Bavaro

Blessed Carlo Acutis is a name that has been making headlines in recent weeks, but who exactly is he? Carlo Acutis was an Italian teenager who lived a life of virtue and holiness, ultimately being ...