Author: Nicola Kanaan
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Saint of the Day: St. Hilarion the Great
Saint Hilarion the Great (c. 291–371) was an early Christian monk and hermit who devoted his life to prayer, fasting, penance, and solitude with God. Born in Palestine, he became an important figure in the development of monastic life in the Holy Land. His feast day is celebrated on October 21. Biography of Saint Hilarion the…
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Monday Prayer: Offering Our Week to Jesus
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. O Lord Jesus Christ, as I begin this new week, I place my life, my family, my work, and all my intentions into Thy Sacred Heart. Guide my thoughts, words, and actions, that everything I do may be pleasing…
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Daily Bible Reading
READING OF THE DAY A reading from the Letter of St. Paul to the Ephesians2:1-10 Brothers and sisters:You were dead in your transgressions and sinsin which you once lived following the age of this world,following the ruler of the power of the air,the spirit that is now at work in the disobedient.All of us once lived…
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Why Sacred Images Are a Blessing to Catholics
As Catholics, we are blessed to have sacred images of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the saints. These holy images remind us of our faith, inspire us to imitate the virtues of the saints, and help direct our hearts and minds toward God. A crucifix reminds us of the infinite love…
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Saturday Catholic Prayer: Through the Intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary
“Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!” — Luke 1:42 Heavenly Father, on this Saturday, we turn to You with grateful hearts and ask for the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Holy Mary, Mother of God, teach us to love Jesus…
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Friday Catholic Prayer: Remembering the Passion of Our Lord
“He was pierced for our offenses, crushed for our sins.” — Isaiah 53:5 Lord Jesus Christ, on this Friday, we remember Your Holy Passion and the sacrifice You made for our salvation. You accepted the Cross out of love for us, bearing our sins so that we might receive the gift of eternal life. May…