How do you spend Good Friday? Catholic-Link created a list of 25 suggestions for what to do on Good Friday—but here’s one more to consider. Spend time in silent reflection by reading a spiritual book, an inspiring article, or the Bible. This simple yet powerful...
If there is anything that the Academy Awards, known as The Oscars, told us as Catholics, it is that some of the nominated movies were not wholesome or family-friendly or Catholic movies. The winner of Best Picture, Anora, details the life of a sex worker, and...
When the hour came,Jesus took his place at table with the apostles.He said to them,"I have eagerly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer,for, I tell you, I shall not eat it againuntil there is fulfillment in the kingdom of God."Then he took a cup, gave...
The Five Holy Wounds of Christ The Five Holy Wounds of Christ refer to the wounds Jesus suffered during His Crucifixion—one in each hand, one in each foot, and one in His side. These wounds are a profound reminder of His immense love and sacrifice for humanity....
There has been criticism of the Church’s implementation of a decades old papal document regarding Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion on the parish level. Critics feel that the over reliance on Eucharistic Ministers (EM) violates the Pope’s original intention....
I’ve been asked more times than I can count whether I’m an introvert or an extrovert. I love going to parties, meeting new people, and public speaking. I also crave a long, silent walk in the woods alone, and I am a voracious reader. I adore silent retreats, as if...
When you think of influential Catholics, you probably immediately think canonized saints. Not only are there more saints in heaven than we would be able to canonized—or even know by name—but there are many influential Catholics from around the world that we might not...
FACTS ABOUT St. John Paul II (1920 - 2005) St. John Paul II was the first non-Italian pope since 1523. He was elected in 1978. He strongly defended human dignity and rights, speaking out against oppression, war, and social injustices. He was instrumental in the fall...
The Church is sometimes referred to as the family of God. Like any family, there’s quite a motley array of people within it. It’s important to know your community, so I’ve put together a handy guide of some types of men you can find at Mass in your very own church....
Easter Catholic Gifts For Kids Jesus Night Light The Risen Lord Puzzle When We Go To Mass Children's Missal Water Reveal Reusable Easter Sticker Book Jesus Christ The Risen Lord Wooden Candle Easter Catholic Gifts For Tweens Paschal Candle Making Kit The Catholic...
Do you ever wonder why your children behave differently than you did as a child? Is one of your children well-behaved while another seems extremely difficult? A study of temperaments can help us parent more effectively, especially if we look to the examples of the...
Marriage is a sacred journey that doesn't end at the altar—it's just beginning. As my wife and I approach our wedding anniversary, I've realized that maintaining the "dating mindset" is crucial for nurturing a healthy Catholic marriage. Just as a garden requires...
What Is Spiritual Reading? Spiritual reading consists of reading something that explains some aspect of Catholic truth in an attractive, enriching way. Its function is to help reinforce and deepen our Christian view of ourselves and the world around us. In previous...
I might as well admit something about prayer from the very start: sometimes when I read a formal prayer, from memory or with a prayer book, I find my mind wandering. Somehow, I can’t always keep my mind focused. For times like these, I sometimes...
I was sitting on the soft, green grass at my parents' lake home in rural Minnesota admiring all of creation. The weather was lovely on that bright summer afternoon when my husband of fifteen years walked over to me with the mischievous grin he often wore when he...
Are you looking for ways to awaken your ten-year-old’s faith? Or are you trying to help your 16-year-old granddaughter discern God’s will? Below you’ll find a letter addressed to young people that explores the life of St. Dominic Savio, who died when he was 15, and...
Ite ad Joseph, the saints have said, which means Go to Joseph. Have you gone to St. Joseph? Do you think of asking his intercession? There are some formal ways we could do that. There are several prayers that one could recite and pray: the Litany of St. Joseph, the...
Filled with the Holy Spirit, Jesus returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the desert for forty days to be tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days, and when they were over, he was hungry. The devil said to him, “If you are the Son of...
The Stations of the Cross can be intimidating to introduce to little ones. Between all of the different parts involved in Christ’s journey, the length of the prayer, and the depth of the material, it can be a lot. This Stations of the Cross Pray and Play Set is an...
Racism is an ugly stain on society that many courageous people have tried to heal. Like me, you can probably rattle off names like Martin Luther King, Harriet Tubman, or even John Lewis and his statement about getting into “good trouble.” But can you think of any...
Excerpt from Pocket Guide to Overcoming the Seven Deadly Sins by Fr. Josh Johnson. Fr. Josh based his series, SET FREE; Daily Lenten Reflections, on the book, which helps readers better understand the ways sin affects them in their daily lives, gives practical...
Lent 2025 has the potential to be the most profound, life-changing Lent you’ve ever had. It could also be the start of the best year of your life. Why? Because this year, you can enter into Lent with a new mindset—one that shifts your focus away from giving up random...
Homelessness in the United States is a widespread issue that is growing. On a single night in January 2023, 653,104 people experienced homelessness—an increase of 12.1% from the previous year (endhomelessness.org). Among this number, more than 200,000 individuals were...
So many men today walk around as if they have it all figured out and they don’t have a problem in the world. The “strong” silent type, if you will. I know this for a fact. I used to do the same thing. So much of my life was spent walking like a one man army,...
The pursuit of the best solution requires first identifying the right problem. The concept sounds quite obvious at first, but I’ve found that many of life’s thorniest dilemmas require some serious investigation into its true origin. In my work as a counselor,...