The story of John Traynor, a paralysed sailor from Liverpool, stands as a remarkable testament to faith, perseverance, and the divine intervention attributed to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Recently, the Catholic Church officially recognized his healing as a miracle, making… Continue Reading →
St. Padre Pio, born Francesco Forgione on May 25, 1887, in Pietrelcina, Italy, is one of the most beloved Catholic saints of the 20th century. From an early age, Padre Pio showed deep piety, eventually joining the Capuchin friars… Continue Reading →
Theresa Neumann (1898–1962) was a remarkable Catholic mystic and stigmatist whose life remains a source of fascination and inspiration for many believers. Born in the small village of Konnersreuth, Germany, she was raised in a devout Catholic family. From a… Continue Reading →
8 Reasons Catholics Pray to Saints 1. Intercession: As Catholics, we believe the saints can intercede on our behalf, bringing our prayers to God. 2. Communion of Saints: The Church teaches that all believers, living and dead, are united in… Continue Reading →
Prayer to Saint Jude Thaddeus for Urgent Financial Help. Let Us Pray In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Saint Jude Thaddeus, Apostle of Christ and glorious Martyr, great intercessor in… Continue Reading →
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. “Blessed be God in His Angels and in His Saints” O Holy St. Anthony gentlest of Saints, your love for God… Continue Reading →
FEAST OF ALL SAINTS PRAYER Prayer for All Saints Day Dear God, thank you for the example of the Saints. I desire to join in their company, worshiping you forever in Heaven. Please help me follow their footsteps, and yours,… Continue Reading →
Unfailing Financial Help Prayer Oh Dear Saint Jude, Apostle of Christ and glorious Martyr, great intercessor in all difficult problems. Today I turn to you with great faith to ask for your generous assistance for I am afflicted… Continue Reading →
Why do Catholics pray to Saints? The communion of saints is the relationship between people living on Earth and the saints in heaven. Unfortunately, it is sometimes misunderstood. Many non-Catholics see the numerous statues, windows, and paintings that depict saints… Continue Reading →
5 Reasons to Have a Miraculous Medal You’ve probably seen a Miraculous Medal before. The symbol, Mary the Virgin Mother on one side and an M with a cross through it surrounded by stars on the other side, is commonly… Continue Reading →
How the Rosary Saved the World Oct. 6th, 1571. The Ottoman Turks had already captured the Island of Cyprus and were quickly advancing toward the rest of Europe. Their fleets had not been defeated in over 100 years of constant… Continue Reading →
Chaplet of the Impossible Requests O Holy St. Rita, exemplary Augustinian Sister, we honour you for your devotion to the Passion of Christ. Although your early life was filled with disappointment, frustration, and unceasing tragedy, you never lost faith… Continue Reading →
5 Ways to Embody the Rosary as Pope ST. John Paul II It wasn’t long after his Oct. 16, 1978, election that the new Pope John Paul II — the former Polish Cardinal Karol Wojtyla — began promoting Mary and… Continue Reading →
The Seven Sorrow of Saint Joseph This devotion recognizes seven events in Joseph’s life that were difficult for him to endure. Many Catholics are familiar with the 7 Sorrows of Mary, a devotion honouring particular events in Mary’s life that… Continue Reading →
When Is a Sin Truly Mortal Sin? Everyone knows—or almost everyone does—that there are morally good actions and morally evil actions. But when is an action not only wrong, but sinful? And particularly mortally sinful? After all, as St. John… Continue Reading →
ST AUGUSTINE’S POWERFUL PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen Breathe in me, O Holy Spirit, That my thoughts may all be holy. Act… Continue Reading →
Words of St. Teresa Avila to the Depressed Here are some words of St. Teresa of Avila; When we think depressingly all of life can seem like one long unremitting painful day and we can easily fall into the trap… Continue Reading →
FEAST OF ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST Luke wrote one of the major portions of the New Testament, a two-volume work comprising the third Gospel and Acts of the Apostles. In the two books he shows the parallel between the life… Continue Reading →
6 POWERFUL PATRON INTERCESSORS FOR EVERY CASE When it comes to our physical and emotional health and the well-being of our loved ones, the saints are great aids to us. Turn to these five patron saints that bring healing and… Continue Reading →
IS CONFIRMATION SCRIPTURAL? On Pentecost Sunday the apostles and disciples experienced a powerful outpouring of the Holy Spirit that they continued to share with later converts by the laying on of hands. Scripture describes this as distinct from baptism. Thus,… Continue Reading →
PRAYER OF PROTECTION TO THE POWERFUL ARCHANGEL MICHAEL In the name of the Father, and if the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen Dear St Michael the Archangel, guide us in battle, be our shield against the wickedness and… Continue Reading →
FEAST OF SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi (Prayer for Peace) Lord, make me an instrument of your peace: where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt,… Continue Reading →
THIS WEAPON YOU NEED AS CATHOLICS Catholics have experienced several conflicts throughout history, and the Rosary has proven a powerful weapon for peace. Like many saints before him, Saint Padre Pio considered the Rosary a “weapon” for such times, when… Continue Reading →
PRAYER TO ST. GERARD FOR OUR LOVING MOTHERS In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; and… Continue Reading →
FEAST PRAYER TO THE POWERFUL ARCHANGELS St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defence against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly… Continue Reading →
POWERFUL INTERCESSION OF THE IMPOSSIBLE TO PADRE PIO In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen Dear God, You generously blessed Your servant, St. Padre Pio with the gifts of the Spirit…. Continue Reading →
Powerful Intercessors for Financial Problems and Prayer Bring me the assistance I need to live the life of dignity you desire for me. There are various heavenly intercessors at the ready to help us with financial stress and difficulty. For… Continue Reading →
THE SAINT THAT MASTERED THE ACT OF COUNTERING ANGER St Francis de Sales was a Bishop of Geneva. He became noted for his deep faith and his gentle approach to the religious divisions in his land resulting from the Protestant… Continue Reading →
7 Prayer to the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen Open my eyes that I may see the deepest needs of men, women and… Continue Reading →
SAVE A CHILD PRO-LIFE PRAYER In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen Let us pray… Father in Heaven, today we rejoice and give You glory as we celebrate the end of… Continue Reading →