** Jesus, Our Redeemer – by Rev. Peter V. Armenio ** — In this work of Christology, Fr. Peter explores God’s salvific promise to all humanity; beginning with the opening chapters of Genesis and continuing through the events leading up to the Death and Resurrection of Christ. God’s perfect love and compassion is evidenced by […]
— Born into a family of nobility, St. Ignatius (1491-1556) was a soldier whose physical prowess led him through many battles. His life took a turn when his leg was shattered at the Battle of Pamplona. During recovery he read about the life of Christ and lives of the saints, which prompted his conversion and […]
“Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus.” (Jn 11:5) — Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus are mentioned in Scripture as being close friends of Jesus. After the death of Lazarus, Martha would profess: “Yes, Lord; I believe that you are the Christ, the Son of God, he who is coming into the world.” (Jn […]
— Born in a Lebanese mountain village, St. Sharbel (1828-1898) was a Maronite priest and hermit-monk. Originally revered among Lebanese Christians, his reputation for holiness (and many miracles) has spread throughout the world, leading countless pilgrims to his tomb. — While only some are called to the hermit life, that which St. Sharbel practiced -contemplative […]
— St. Thomas named her ‘apostle to the apostles’… all four gospels identify Mary as a prime witness to the Resurrection and she was asked by Jesus himself to announce the news to the Apostles.
— Many of the greats – John of the Cross, Mother Teresa, Ignatius of Loyola – have written about their experience with spiritual aridity and offer wise counsel: ‘hold fast to the Lord… persevere in prayer even when there is no sense of God’s presence.’
— The tradition of the Scapular is a Marian devotional practice which has spread to Catholics around the world. Pope Paul VI said: “Let the faithful hold in high esteem the practices and devotions to the Blessed Virgin… the Rosary and the Scapular of Carmel.” — The Scapular symbolizes Our Lady’s special protection and calls […]
— Known as the Seraphic Doctor, St. Bonaventure (1221–1274) is considered one of the most influential theologians of the Middle Ages. He was elected Minister General of the Friars Minor and composed a number of important works, including his mystical treatise “The Journey of the Mind to God.” Through generations, St. Bonaventure continues to inspire […]
— Born in the Mohawk village of Ossernenon, St. Kateri (1656–1680) was the daughter of a Mohawk chief and an Algonquin woman who had been assimilated into the tribe after she was taken captive. When a smallpox epidemic hit her village, Kateri was orphaned and left with impaired eyesight and facial scars. Sadly, she was […]
— As a young student, Henry received lessons in piety and charity which would serve him well in life; the medieval king had a deep faith in God and great concern for the Church and his people. Amidst the politics and battles to protect and expand his empire, Henry used his power and wealth to […]