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The Colors of Christmas
There are various colors which are traditionally related with Christmas. This site uses Red, Green and Gold. But why do…
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Christmas or Xmas?
Christmas is often called Xmas. Some folks don’t think it’s appropriate to call Christmas ‘Xmas’ as that takes the ‘Christ’…
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The 12 Days of Christmas
The 12 Days of Christmas are now most popular as a song about someone receiving lots of presents from their…
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Why is Christmas Day on the 25th December?
Christmas is celebrated to recall the birth of Jesus Christ, who Christians agree is the Son of God. The name ‘Christmas’…
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5 Books for Advent and Christmas
If you had to go shopping at all this past weekend, you would not be blamed for thinking that Christmas…
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6 Practical Steps Every Catholic Can Take for Spiritual Perfection
We try hard. Most times too hard to be perfect. And when we fail, we become guilty and fall harder.…
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8 Women Share the Great Impact Prayer Made in Their Life
Mary, our model of prayer, didn’t say much in the Gospels. Besides her “fiat” to the Angel Gabriel, the most…
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6 Facts About Angels You’ll Wish You Knew About Sooner
If you hear the word “angels” you may instantly think about those cherub winged babies. Probably you picture large winged…
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6 New Year’s Resolutions You Need To Observe As a Catholic
Here are some resolutions you might consider for your interior life in the upcoming New Year. 1. Head to confession …
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10 Reasons You Might Need to Go to Confession
1. Missed Mass without a valid reason Completely forgot? or maybe you just decided you wouldn’t go. If you were…
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Latin Words or Phrases Every Catholic Should Know
As Catholics, we have a rich legacy and patrimony that extends back 2,000 years. Some portion of that patrimony is…
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The 15 Types of People You’ll Meet at Mass–Which One Are You?
If you go to mass regularly (and most likely you already do, at least every Sunday and on holy days…
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What Was Mary Thinking The Week Prior To Giving Birth To Jesus?
Trying to understand exactly what Our Lady was thinking one week before giving birth to Jesus is hard since nothing of…
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This Cardinal’s 5 Secrets to Sanctifying Your Work
We all pass through lack of motivation, meaningful interactions, and inadequate time for other relevant ventures such as family time…
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Who Were the First 4 Doctors of the Catholic Church?
You might want to know. What exactly is a “Doctor of the Church”? The word “doctor” comes from the Latin…
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5 Reasons Why You Should Pray a Daily Rosary
“I don’t have the time,” you may want to argue. It usually takes between 15-20 minutes of your time; if…
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8 Brilliant Ways Every Couple Can Prepare For a Catholic Marriage
Marriage is a wonderful sacrament, according to the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The matrimonial covenant, by which a man…
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The Catholic Church’s Tough Teachings Saved This Man’s Marriage
During the early 2000s, Dr. David Anders shared just one thing in common with his wife – disdain for each…
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Five Myths and Five Truths Regarding the Catholic Church’s Teachings on the Sacrament of Marriage
In April of 2016, Pope Francis released his much-anticipated post-synodal apostolic exhortation Amoris Laetitia (“The Joy of Love”): On Love in…
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The Reason Why the Rosary is Important in the Catholic Faith
The Rosary is a universally accepted weapon against principalities and power: as much as it is used to ask the…
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The 3 Steps of Faith towards Perfect Contrition Before Confession
Perfect Contrition is a meditative prayer recited during Confession, usually before and after a Confession. There are two forms; the…
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Blessed Pope Urban V: Saint of the Day
Born in 1310 – Died on December 19, 1370… When the man elected pope declined the office that comes with…
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Ten great things about being Catholic
Embracing a Catholic identity is a whole lot more than simply being a card-carrying member of the church. Some may…
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Blessed Anthony Grassi: Saint of the Day
Blessed Anthony Grassi’s Story(November 13, 1592 – December 13, 1671) Anthony”s father passed away when Anthony was only 10 years old. He…
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How to Respond When Your Faith is Being Challenged
This happens most of the time. You are in a social gathering, out with some friends and someone who knows…
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What the Bible Says About Apologizing
The Bible speaks to us a lot about forgiveness, apologizing and going for confessions for our sins. having knowledge of…
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10 Bible Verses that Will Lift Your Spirit
Here are the 10 Bible verses for every Catholic who needs to be reminded or reassured of all the promises…
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20 Brilliant, Sharp, and Witty Quotes from Mother Angelica
1. “If you want to be righteous, if you seek meaning in your life, start looking into your own life…
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5 Quotes from John of the Cross to Help You When the Holiday Season is Difficult
In as much as the season of Christmas often brings with it lights, jolly singing, and bright Christmas trees, it…
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6 Unconventional Ways to Celebrate Advent
Raise your hand if you’ve done the same thing for Advent over the last couple of years. Yes, I’m also…
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