Saint John Bosco is well known for his work with disadvantaged youth and his innovative educational methods. In a time when teachers used corporal punishment and public shaming, John Bosco’s methods were seen as hugely controversial. Influenced by his first...
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The Winners And Losers Both Gave God The Glory In This Year’s National Championship
"I'm happy to see godly men come out on top."- Riley Leonard | University of Notre Dame Quarterback Notre Dame didn't win a National Championship in college football this year, but quarterback Riley Leonard still chose to use his platform to share the Gospel in his...
My Favorite Name For Jesus
Occasionally, on a warm breeze, clear sky evening when my schedule’s empty, I enjoy reclining on my deck and gazing upward. Looking up thrusts me into the endless darkness and countless twinkling stars. I instantly feel insufficient and inconsequential in the...
Should Catholics Do Yoga?
Should Catholics do yoga? This is a hotly debated question that provokes a wide variety of answers, ranging from people who are unconvinced that Christians have any worries whatsoever to those who are concerned that specific movements may open a door to the demonic....
Baptism Of The Lord | Gospel Reflection
Baptism Of The Lord The people were filled with expectation,and all were asking in their heartswhether John might be the Christ.John answered them all, saying, “I am baptizing you with water,but one mightier than I is coming.I am not worthy to loosen the thongs...
12 Catholic Quotes To Help You Find Hope In 2025
Pope Francis officially declared 2025 a Year of Jubilee with a papal bull, Spes Non Confundit,” meaning “Hope Does Not Disappoint.” These quotes will help you to keep your focus on hope throughout 2025! January Catholic Quote To Live By "In a world gone astray from...
PILGRIMS OF HOPE 🜋 JUBILEE YEAR 2025
INTRODUCTION to JUBILEES SPES NON CONFUNDIT. “Hope does not disappoint.” With these words, borrowed from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans (chapter 5, verse 5), the solemn invitation to the Ordinary Jubilee of 2025 begins. The special papal document, or...
Catholic Books To Read In 2025
If one of your goals is to read more Catholic books this year, you've come to the right place! We have an amazing list of spiritual books for all ages that will help you grow in your understanding of the faith and love of God. Catholic Books To Read In 2025 For Adults...
Two Friends Of Servant Of God Michelle Duppong Share How She Helped Them Pray
Meet Servant of God Michelle Duppong through the lens of those who knew and worked with her and then see Radiating Joy: The Michelle Duppong Story in theaters on Nov. 12. Matthew Kurtz, is a product manager at eCatholic. He worked with Michelle Duppong whose life is...
What Does Family Prayer Look Like? A Father Of 16 Shares His Tips
For some reason, family prayer can be difficult. Carving out time in a day and gathering everyone into the same room seems particularly hard. It was hard when my wife Ashley and I had only three kids. It seems perfectly impossible now with sixteen. But even in the...
When Can We Use The Name Of Jesus
When I was growing up, I heard people everywhere using the name of Jesus and God in different contexts. Sometimes it was as a simple expression of surprise, fear, shock, and other times to genuinely ask the Lord for help. As a young person, I was never instructed on...
9 Saints Who Devoted Themselves To The Holy Name Of Jesus
Family movie night. We hadn’t watched a movie with my 19-year-old daughter for months. Her boyfriend was there too and as we pushed “play,” I relished the first satisfying crunch of popcorn and snuggled under a plush blanket next to my husband. The movie was just the...
24 Pro-life Books To Read
The culture of death which is constantly pressing in upon us as Catholics, can feel threatening and be overwhelming. It is important to fortify ourselves with good entertainment in order to prepare us to push back against this terrible culture and it is even...
How To Bless Your Home On The Epiphany
Traditionally, Catholics bless their home and those who live in their household on the Feast of the Epiphany each year. It’s not difficult to do and we highly recommend you give it a try! Here’s how. how to bless your house on the feast of Prayers – These can be...
A Catholics Guide To Living 2025: Quotes, Devotions, & Resources For A New Year!
Start 2025 strong by committing to grow in your Catholic faith and answering the call to be devoted to daily prayer. Our Catholic Guide to 2025, the Jubilee Year of Hope, will lead you with the quotes, monthly devotions, and intentions to help you stay motivated each...
Why Are Saturdays Devoted To The Blessed Mother?
In the third apparition at Fatima, the Blessed Mother told the little seers that, to save souls and avert war, she came to request not just the praying of the Rosary and consecration to her Immaculate Heart, but a “Communion of reparation” on the first Saturdays of...
2025 Catholic Monthly Devotions And An Inspirational Catholic Quote For Each Month
It is a tradition of the Catholic Church to observe a specific devotion during each month of the year. Here is the list of those devotions and a saint quote that will inspire you! 2025 Catholic Monthly Devotions January - The Holy Name of Jesus "The sweet name of...
How To Pray A Pro-life Rosary
While praying the rosary, offer each mystery and meditate on these short introductory prayers based on the fruits of each mystery with a pro-life focus. https://catholic-link.org/pray-rosary-visual-guide/ Pro-life Reflections For The Glorious Mysteries...
Pray The “Veni, Creator Spiritus” On January 1 (New Year’s Day) For A Plenary Indulgence
Veni, Creator Spiritus | Catholic Prayer For New Year's Day (January 1) Come, Holy Spirit, Creator blest,and in our souls take up Thy rest;come with Thy grace and heavenly aidto fill the hearts which Thou hast made. O comforter, to Thee we cry,O heavenly gift of God...
How To Bless Your Home For The Feast Of The Epiphany
Traditionally, Catholics bless their home and those who live in their household on the Feast of the Epiphany each year. It's not difficult to do and we highly recommend you give it a try! Here's how. What You'll Need To Bless Your Home On The Epiphany Prayers - These...
Devote January To The Holy Name Of Jesus| Catholic Devotions
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 notes, write them on your calendar, and pray a specific prayer each day of the month to...
If Every Catholic Did This This Year, We Would Change The World
Looking for a New Year’s Resolution that could change the world? This idea is simple, effective, and is guaranteed to save souls. The tradition, known as a Living Rosary, began in France during the 1700s, but it was St. John Paul II that made this devotion...
7 Spiritual Ideas To Replace The Typical New Year’s Superstitions
The New Year, as a celebration, is a strange thing, nice, but strange. The tenderness, peace, and quiet lived during Christmas, just a few days ago, suddenly gives way to culinary and ethylic creativity, accompanied with gladness and parties that go well into the...
The Saint’s Name Generator – Find Your Patron Saint For 2025!
Perhaps, like me, you have already made and broken several New Year’s Resolutions. Maybe you haven’t made any, or maybe you are doing great with all your plans. But, have you thought of choosing a patron saint for the year? I know people who spend hours chopping lists...