6 Tips For Lectors To Proclaim God’s Word
As a lector, this is not a stage opportunity to be in the limelight for yourself, but a wonderful opportunity to radiate and shine for God, as His good news bearer. We can...
Ever Feel Like Giving Up In Prayer? This saint converted her entire family through prayer!
Do you ever feel like the prayer that you do is useless? You have had the same petition for weeks or months, but you see no fruit from your prayer. You might feel like it’s...
It’s Trendy To Be Catholic Now: Here’s What That Means For Catholic Teen Girls
Every day is a great day to be a Catholic. However, in this day and age in particular, it’s a really great time to be Catholic. Although the Church is far from winning the...
How The Holy Spirit Built Our Young Adult Home Ministry: Friday Night Limes
Have you ever watched a plant grow, from seed to sapling, then bloom from flower to fruit? This was the experience my mom and I had as we watched our at-home young-adult...
Gospel Reflection: Twenty-Third Sunday In Ordinary Time
Jesus said to his disciples: "If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have won over...
Renewing Catholic Education: How To Start A Parent Group In Your Catholic School
“We’re Back!” the principal excitedly shouted. And then immediately followed up with a request: “Can you help us renew our commitment to Catholic Education?” It was...
How A Petition Started A Movement For Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s Cause
"Who is going to save our Church? Not our bishops, not our priests and Religious. It’s up to you, the people. You have the minds, the eyes, the ears to save the Church. Your...
Praying With Michelangelo’s The Last Judgment: The Trumpet Shall Sound
It’s what I get for writing a book titled Talking of Michelangelo: Death, Judgment, Heaven and Hell in the Burgundy Region. Interviewers are constantly asking me about...
What St. Maximilian Kolbe Teaches Us About Sacrificial Love
When we think of the saints, it can be easy to picture them as distant figures from another time…people whose holiness feels almost impossible to relate to. But visiting...
A Vocation And A Mission In The World: The Salesian Cooperator
The Association of Salesian Cooperators (ASC) celebrated its 150th founding anniversary on May 9, 2026. With such a milestone achievement, it is the perfect time to share...
How A Petition Started A Movement For Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s Cause
"Who is going to save our Church? Not our bishops, not our priests and Religious. It’s up to you, the people. You have the minds, the eyes, the ears to save the Church. Your...
Missionary Medics: A VOCATION BEYOND BORDERS
Medicine was once considered a vocation. It remains a vocation, no matter what the world tries to convince us otherwise. As doctors, we are called to imitate the First...
NYU NightFire: How Young Catholics Are Finding Peace In The City That Never Sleeps
New York is known as “the city that doesn’t sleep.” There is this constant exhausting energy. Everyone speed-walks like they’re late to a meeting, even though they aren’t....
8 Things Altar Servers Need To Know
Many, young and old, feel the call to participate in the Mass by becoming an altar server. Amazing! The following 8 tips will help altar servers grow in their fervor for the...
Jesus Wants to Meet You In Confession—Even When You’re Not Sure What to Say
Editor’s note: This is part 2 of a series. Read part 1 here. This article was originally published HERE. My mom went to a local Catholic parish one day, where the priest...
Conversion Stories Through The Rosary: Saved By Beads!
The Rosary has been called many things - ‘Gospel on a string’, ‘weapon of mass conversion’, ‘beads that save.’ In a simple and yet beautiful way, we can connect to Momma...
What Is A Nihil Obstat? Why Catholics Should Look for It When Selecting Books
Let’s be honest—Latin can make anything sound either incredibly profound or mildly threatening. “Nihil obstat” is one example. Say it slowly in a deep voice, quite dramatic....
3 Ways Praying The Rosary Will Help Your Kids
As a dad of seven and a lifelong devotee of Our Lady, I’ve always had a soft spot for the Rosary. But something changed when I became a father. The Rosary stopped being just...
Called To Love Our Neighbor | Breaking Bread Gospel Reflection
There was a scholar of the law who stood up to test Jesus and said,"Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?"Jesus said to him, "What is written in the law?How...
What Does It Mean To Be Made In God’s Image?
I know the phrase “made in the image of God” gets tossed around a lot in Christian circles, but do we truly understand what it means or feel its weight in our lives? From the...
Using Art To Form Our Kids In The Language Of The Body
One of the biggest challenges facing Catholic parents today is trying to navigate tricky conversations about everything body-related with our kids. I work in menstrual cycle...
St. Michael The Archangel Prayer
Prayer to St. Michael the ArchangelSt. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we...
What Is It Like To Visit Calcutta? My Experience
I love to travel, and the more exciting the place, the better. But my experience in Calcutta, India, pushed my limits even as an experienced traveler. And yet, it was there...
Poetry To Read During Adoration
Something More There’s something moreBeyond that doorThan what meets the eyeTiny HostWe adore the mostOn the altar there abidesAppears as breadChrist, risen from the dead,The...
The Questions Jesus Asks Us | Gospel Of John
The Word of God is living and effective (Hebrews 4:12)! That means God is speaking to you through Scripture right now. The questions Jesus asked back then are relevant to you...
3 Things Men Can Learn From Mother Teresa’s Letter To Women
We need one another. As men, we need strong women. We need their support. Women need strong men and need their support as well. When it comes to being men and women, we...
Standing Strong As A Catholic Parent Of Teens
The beauty of the beast. “Sixteen is the terrible twos times eight plus a driver’s license.”—One mother in speaking for many. “Just enjoy them now; those teen years are...
Did You Know Know These 3 Scientists Were Catholic?
As a physician, my faith has been questioned by those who think I adhere too much to science and my science questioned by those who doubt my objectivity by being true to my...
3 Simple Ways To Help Children Learn About And Foster Vocations
God is calling your child to be a saint. But how? Which vocation will He lead them to? Teaching your children to listen to God’s call in their lives and uncover how He wants...
What’s With The Lion? Things We Can Learn About St. Jerome Through Art
Some saints are instantly recognizable when you spot them, others remain in hazy anonymity. You know St. Therese when you see her, pristine Carmelite habit surrounding a...
What St. Padre Pio Can Teach Us About Enduring Trials
Padre Pio is one of the most beloved saints in Catholic history. Many know him for having the stigmata or for his ability to bilocate and read hearts in the confessional. The...
Should Catholics Boycott Woke Companies? 8 Tips For Shopping With A Conscious
We’ve all been there: you’ve done your research, you’ve waited for the big sale, and you’re all set to buy the accent chair/party dress/outdoor power tool of your dreams. But...
How Mary Fulfills The Jewish Role Of The Queen Mother
Despise Not Our Petitions Mary is the Queen Mother in the Kingdom of Jesus Christ. The Queen Mother had a particular role in the Jewish world and that meaning is elevated and...
What The Church Really Teaches About Evolution? Plus – How To Explain It To Your Know-It All Teenager!
One of the most contentious issues throughout history has been the question of whether life resulted from design or nothing more than physical processes. Are we the product...
How To Hear God’s Voice When Life Is Busy
As human beings, we all long for a deeper connection with God. We want to hear His voice, feel His presence, and know that He is with us in our daily lives. But how can we...
7 Principles Of Catholic Education
As the school year winds down, Catholic school teachers – heroic leaders that they are – are already planning to make next year even better. Novice teachers have realized how...
September Is Devoted To The Seven Sorrows Of Mary
Did you know that each month has a traditional Catholic devotion? This year, let’s focus on each devotion month-by-month to grow in our faith and traditions! Make yourself...
Mother Teresa’s Daily Prayer | Radiating Christ
St. Teresa of Calcutta prayed this prayer daily. It is thought to have been written by St. John Henry Newman. Radiating Christ Radiating Christ Prayer of St. Mother Teresa...
12 Works Of Our Guardian Angel According To St. Bonaventure
St. Bonaventure researched and wrote about the twelve works of our Guardian Angel. Watch this short video to find out what they are! 12 Works Of Our Guardian Angel According...
A Catholic Dad Gives His 10 Best Strategies For Mass With Kids
Mass With Kids: A Seemingly Impossible Task Parenting young children at Mass seems like an undoable task. How can they be expected to be still and silent for an hour or more?...
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ST. BARTHOLOMEW | Feast August 24 From "Bartholomaios," the Greek form of an Aramaic name meaning "son of Talmai." JESUS KNEW HIM BEFORE THEY EVEN MET. He was martyred for...
St. Pius X | Feast Day August 21
Born in 1835 in Venice, Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto was pope from 1903 to 1914 as Pius X. He was a staunch defender of the truth, a liturgical reformer, and a man of great...
You Can Do Nothing On Your Own | St. John Eudes
“Undertake courageously great tasks for God’s glory, to the extent that he’ll give you power and grace for this purpose. Even though you can do nothing on your own, you can...
Hail Holy Queen | Queenship Of Mary
Hail Holy Queen Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope.To you do we cry,poor banished children of Eve. To you do we send up our...
The Eucharist: Body, Blood, Soul, And Divinity
BODY, BLOOD, SOUL, & DIVINITY“In the celebration of the Eucharist, bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit and the...
Daily Catholic Themes And Aspirations Depicted In Lego!
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How To Give Your Kids A Catholic Summer
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6 Ways To Grow In Holiness This Summer
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MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS Quote On Remaining Human | Pope Leo XIV
"In the recent Ordinary Jubilee Year of 2025, we walked as pilgrims of hope and were blessed with many graces. Strengthened by these gifts, we can move forward with...
Prayer To The Precious Blood | St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Lord Jesus, by faith in Your merits, I now take Your Precious Blood and sprinkle it over myself and my family right from the crown of my head to the very soles of my feet. I...
“The Flower Of Carmel” | St. Simon Stock
“The Flower Of Carmel” | St. Simon Stock O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel,fruitful vine, splendour of Heaven,Blessed Mother of the Son of God,Immaculate Virgin,assist...
Prayer Brings Divine Light | St. Francis de Sales Quote
“Prayer brings our mind into the brightness of divine light, and exposes our will to the warmth of divine love. Nothing else can so purge our mind from its ignorance, and our...
Christians Are Called To Honor Their Parents
"For us Christians, the first virtue of godliness is to honor our parents—to pay back the troubles of those who bore us, and to give them whatever comforts we can with all...
MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS: What Is The Christian Understanding Of The Human Person? | Pope Leo XIV
In MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS, Pope Leo XIV's first and newest encyclical, the definition of human dignity from a Christian perspective is beautifully explained by Our Holy Father....
Leave Alone Things That Don’t Concern You | St. Katharine Drexel Quote
“It is a lesson we all need—to let alone the things that do not concern us. He has other ways for others to follow Him; all do not go by the same path. It is for each of us...
God Calls Us To A Holy Life | St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
We know certainly that our God calls us to a holy life. We know that he gives us every grace, every abundant grace; and though we are so weak of ourselves, this grace is able...
Remain Steadfast | St. Andrew Kim Taegon
“I urge you to remain steadfast in faith, so that at last we will all reach heaven and there rejoice together.” -St. Andrew Kim Taegon Our Favorite Catholic Books Finding...
When Troubles Come | St. Mary Mackillop
"Whatever troubles may be before you, accept them bravely, remembering Whom you are trying to follow. Do not be afraid. Love one another, bear with one another, and let...
Lent Should Bring Spiritual Renewal |St. John Chrysostom
"The fast of Lent has no advantage to us unless it brings about our spiritual renewal. It is necessary while fasting to change our whole life and practice virtue. Turning...
Teaching Mass With Fr. Mike Schmitz
Wondering what is going on at Mass? Fr. Mike Schmitz explains every part and why we do it. This video is an incredible resource with valuable insights. Teaching Mass: Learn...
Why You Should Love Jesus More Than Your Family (And How To Do It) | Fr. Mathias Thelen
Why You Should Love Jesus More Than Your Family https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lazOvWEYB3Q How is this even possible? Did you catch what Jesus said? He said something in...
If You Become Christ’s… | St. Brendan
This video shows the beauty and wonder of God's creation, but it's still nothing compared with the wonders God will do in you if you choose to become Christ's. Let Christ...
How To Hear God’s Voice In Prayer | Fr. Mathias Thelen
Our video of the week is a talk given by Fr. Mathias Thelen to his parishioners at St. Patrick's in Brighton, Michigan. He has incredible practical insights that will allow...
Catholic Movies To Watch: Pope Leo’s 4 Favorite Movies
What kind of movies does the Pope enjoy? Gather a group of friends or family and take the time to watch these four movies are Pope Leo's favorites. These should be added to...
Catholic Baptismal Font Explained!
What is the Catholic Baptismal Font? Fr. George explains! https://www.youtube.com/shorts/y-j236ILhbg What Happens In Baptism? What Are The Effects of Baptism? Why Should You...
Pope Leo XIV Blesses Catholic Young Adults At SEEK26
What do you seek? Jesus asked the disciples this question because he knows their hearts. They were restless in a good way. They did not want to settle for the normal routine...
Family Issues? Don’t Let It Ruin Your Holidays
Try these tips if your family is causing you stress this holiday season. Learn More Here - https://catholic-link.org/family-healing-catholic-prayer/...
Pope Leo XIV Just Recommended This Book | The Practice of the Presence of God
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Catholic-Link.org (@catholiclink_en) Why Did Pope Leo XIV Recommend This Book? "One of you, there is a German journalist on here...
Graced And Gifted: An Interview With Kimberly Hahn
Kimberly Hahn's Bible Study, Graced and Gifted: Biblical Wisdom for the Homemaker's Heart and podcast Beloved and Blessed by the St Paul Institute are incredible resources...
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Ever Feel Like Giving Up In Prayer? This saint converted her entire family through prayer!
Do you ever feel like the prayer that you do is useless? You have had the same petition for weeks or months, but you see no fruit from your prayer. You might feel like it’s...
It’s Trendy To Be Catholic Now: Here’s What That Means For Catholic Teen Girls
Every day is a great day to be a Catholic. However, in this day and age in particular, it’s a really great time to be Catholic. Although the Church is far from winning the...
Renewing Catholic Education: How To Start A Parent Group In Your Catholic School
“We’re Back!” the principal excitedly shouted. And then immediately followed up with a request: “Can you help us renew our commitment to Catholic Education?” It was...
How Catholics Can Help Loved Ones With Dementia: Ally, Advocate, Aide
My grandmother is 94 years old and still the most elegant woman I know. In the 45 years we have known each other, we have had innumerable, memorable conversations, some of...
How Music Helps Me Go From Distracted To Devoted In My Prayer Time As A Catholic
Music has always been a part of my life. Since I was three years old, my mom arranged for a music teacher to teach me how to play the organ. Ever since then, music has been...
The Joys Of A Large Catholic Family
Imagine this: a car full of chatter and laughter as twelve siblings are on their way to Mass. Some are reading the day's reading, some are whispering jokes, and others are...
As A Catholic Parent, Here’s How I Guide My Kids When They’re Afraid
Most of our fears as young kids revolve around nighttime. As we grow up, the tools we're taught stay with us. Whether you've got young ones or older ones (or fears yourself),...
Celebrate Me Home | A Catholic Reflection On A Classic Song By Kenny Loggins
Kenny Loggins’ contributions to movie soundtracks, highlighted by his Academy Award nomination for “Footloose” in 1985, may be what keeps his music still alive today. But a...
The 4 Essential Elements Every Catholic Curriculum Needs
Sister Ruth. What a woman. May she rest in the eternal glory of our heavenly Father. Sister Ruth led me into the Catholic Church when I was five years old, alongside my mom...
This Little Light Of His: The Miracle Of Father Ferd
I am a Catholic children’s writer whose second vocation is to intercede for priests. Of all those I have ever prayed for, this priest was very different... The weight of his...
Catholic Parenting Tips From Dr. Ray Guarendi: A Blackout With Power
Actors: Mom, eight-year-old Buck, five-year-old Will Scene: Kitchen; kitchen corners Time: Midmorning Prologue The main frustration for many parents is not...
What Do You Need To Bring To Christmas Mass? A Guide For Parents
Are you bringing your child to Mass for the first time this Christmas? It is difficult to know what to expect, especially if you haven’t been to church in a while. If...
Is It Okay To Miss Mass If You’re Traveling?
Is it okay to miss Mass if you’re traveling?It’s a question that touches both conscience and convenience, and one that almost every Catholic has faced at some point. Whether...
How To Help Children See Jesus At Mass In The Eucharist
Their sounds, their wiggles, and their questions are signs of life in every parish family.Do not worry if they get fussy or distracted. You are doing holy work by bringing...
Coaching Confidence: Helping Young Athletes Bounce Back After Mistakes
No matter how talented, disciplined, or motivated an athlete is, failure is part of the game. Striking out at the plate, fumbling the football, missing the winning shot, or...
How Do I Approach A Friend Or Family Member Who Needs Help?
Imagine it’s Christmas Day. Your family is gathered around the dinner table—laughter, stories, the clatter of silverware on plates. But your sister isn’t joining in. She has...
This Monastic Wisdom Can Help Your Kids Sleep
Every parent knows the well rehearsed reasons why it’s important to give a routine for small children as they go to bed. Rest of course is very important for health. Most...
4 Beautiful Catholic Shrines In The U.S. To Visit With Kids
These family-friendly pilgrimage destinations offer faith, beauty, and hands-on experiences for young hearts. Living less than an hour away from the only approved Marian...
Over 20 Practical Ways To Love Your Husband And Renew Your Marriage
There are many things that I wish I knew when I was younger. One of those is that a man’s primary core need is to be respected. Women desire to be respected too, but men...
The Warrior Who Still Kneels: Stories Of Faith Under Fire
A Heroic Stories Conversation with Sean Berg, Special Forces Sean Berg, a retired Army Special Forces Colonel with ten combat deployments, doesn’t just talk about battlefield...
Over 20 Practical Ways To Love Your Wife And Renew Your Marriage
“It didn’t come with a manual.”I wish I had a dollar for every time I heard a guy say that about marriage and fatherhood.But it is true…and it is a hard truth. The two...
20 Ways To Affirm Your Wife Emotionally, Spiritually, and Practically
“It didn’t come with a manual.”I wish I had a dollar for every time I heard a guy say that about marriage and fatherhood.But it is true…and it is a hard truth. The two...
5 Things To Do When Your Teen Says Being Catholic Is Boring
It’s easy to picture (and perhaps you’ve seen it), your teenager sighs, rolls their eyes, and says, “Do we have to go to Mass this weekend? Church is just so boring…” And...
3 Ways Praying The Rosary Will Help Your Kids
As a dad of seven and a lifelong devotee of Our Lady, I’ve always had a soft spot for the Rosary. But something changed when I became a father. The Rosary stopped being just...
How To Read Great Books To Children
From the time I started my adventure in homeschooling 15 years ago, I have wanted to collect some of the most inspiring words spoken by American leaders since...
10 Ways To Love Your Aging Catholic Parents
As a Catholic Family Trust Attorney in California, I see firsthand how families navigate life’s major transitions. For aging parents, their later years can be filled with...
The Catholic Music You Need This Summer: Catholics Unearthed
When my now husband, David Kruse introduced himself to me, he wanted to set up a phone call across Oceans to get my take on him starting a Catholic Record Label. I laughed...
5 Catholic Mindfulness Techniques To Bring Calm When You’re Anxious
In nearly 15 years of clinical psychology, it’s hard to imagine just how many people have expressed a deep longing to tangibly feel loved by God – to be able to truly rest in...
How To Invite God Into Your Daily Chores
You are having coffee in the morning with a friend, and she asks a question about how to be happy in the everyday events of one’s life. The conversation evolves to looking at...
How The Church Is Meeting The Needs Of Autistic Catholics
Watching my son arrange dinosaurs during Mass—his way of staying regulated—reminds me how far our Catholic family has come on our autism journey. What once felt impossible...
Remembering St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta
What Is It Like To Visit Calcutta? My Experience
I love to travel, and the more exciting the place, the better. But my experience in Calcutta, India, pushed my limits even as an experienced traveler. And yet, it was there...
Who Taught Mother Teresa To Be A Person Of Virtue?
Saint Teresa of Calcutta was known for spending countless hours attending to the dying, the sick, and the poor. This flowed from her rich prayer life: Daily Mass and a daily...
Mother Teresa’s Daily Prayer | Radiating Christ
St. Teresa of Calcutta prayed this prayer daily. It is thought to have been written by St. John Henry Newman. Radiating Christ Radiating Christ Prayer of St. Mother Teresa...
Mother Teresa, The Saint Of Darkness
Mother Teresa was declared a saint on September 4, 2016. In all aspects of her life, Pope Francis said in his homily, she was a "generous dispenser of divine mercy, make...
The Spiritual Journey Of St. Mother Teresa Illustrated!
The life of St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta was extraordinary: her generosity, her tireless struggle for justice, her love and care for the poorest of the poor, and the...
Top 10 St. Teresa of Calcutta Quotes of All Time
Many of us anticipated the day in which we could call our beloved Mother Teresa, Saint Teresa of Calcutta. She lived her life as a witness to this generation of Catholics...
What Happens When We Turn Our Backs On The Poor | Mother Teresa Quote
”The poor are thirsty for water but also for peace, truth and justice. The poor are naked and need clothing, but also need human dignity and compassion for those who sin. The...
Have You Watched Mother Teresa’s Nobel Prize Acceptance Speech?
In 1985 at the UN headquarters in New York, Mother Teresa was introduced by the UN secretary of the time, Javier Perez of Cuellar, as "the most powerful woman in the world"....
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