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The Origin of the Rosary

The Origin of the Rosary Second Rose, from the Secret of the Rosary, by Saint Louis de Montfort Since the Holy Rosary is composed, principally and in substance, of the Prayer of Christ and the Angelic Salutation, that is, the Our Father and the Hail Mary, it was without doubt

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Saint Thérèse of Lisieux

Saint Thérèse of Lisieux By America Needs Fatima Feast October 1st A Little Flower with Great Aspirations Marie-Françoise Thérèse Martin was born on January 2, 1873 in the town of Alençon in French Normandy. Her parents were Louis Martin, a watch maker, and Zélie Guerin, both beatified by the Church.

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Does God Hear My Prayer?

Does God Hear My Prayer? Have you ever prayed and felt as though God wasn’t listening? Perhaps life once felt calm and steady, but now it’s filled with worries—strained relationships, financial pressures, sleepless nights. In those moments we turn to God, hoping for comfort, yet sometimes it feels like Heaven

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Saint Bernard Teaches: Do Not Take Your Eyes Off Our Lady

Saint Bernard Teaches: Do Not Take Your Eyes Off Our Lady By Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira We do well to read some advice from Saint Bernard about devotion to Our Lady. The advice is as follows: “Oh, whosoever thou art that perceiveth thyself during this mortal existence to be rather drifting

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How the Seven Sorrows Transform Trials into Grace

How the Seven Sorrows Transform Trials into Grace Suffering is not a curse—it is often the clearest sign of divine love. The devotion to Our Lady of Sorrows invites a courageous look at sorrow as a path to union with Christ and a share in His redeeming work. Mary’s life

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Our Lady of La Salette

Our Lady of La Salette By Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira Original Article: Link Feast September 19 Supernatural, Regal Majesty and Immeasurable Goodness The book by Pie Régamey, Les plus beaux textes sur la Vierge (Éditions La Colombe, Paris, 1946, pp.387 ff.), contains a testimony by Mélanie Calvat, the girl who had the

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The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary By Fr. Raymond de Thomas de Saint-Laurent Original Article: Link Many days passed before God finally completed the masterpiece of His creation. For nine months, the soul of Mary had given form to her virginal body, and the hour of her happy birth approached.

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The Rosary, Her Ladder to Heaven

The Rosary, Her Ladder to Heaven Adapted from The Glories of Mary by Saint Alphonsus Liguori There was once a woman named Ellen who led a life of scandalous sin. One day, in a tired, depressed moment, when the glamour seemed to have gone out of life, Ellen entered a

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The Miraculous Story of Brother Modestino and Padre Pio

The Miraculous Story of Brother Modestino and Padre Pio A single choice can quietly transform an entire life. This is especially true for those who have felt called to follow the path lit by Padre Pio, a Capuchin friar revered for his spiritual insight, miraculous intercessions, and enduring legacy. For

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The Passion of Saint John the Baptist

The Passion of Saint John the Baptist By America Needs Fatima Original Article: Link Feast August 29 Shortly after he had baptized Jesus on the banks of the Jordan, John the Baptist had denounced Herod, the tetrarch of Galilee, to his face. For thirty years the dissolute ruler had indulged

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Saint Maximilian Kolbe: The Immaculata’s Perfect Knight

Saint Maximilian Kolbe: The Immaculata’s Perfect Knight By Michael Gorre Original Article: Link Having selected ten prisoners to die in the starvation bunker to serve as a lesson for an escaped prisoner, Nazi SS Captain Karl Fritsch was about to leave Auschwitz concentration camp’s Block 13 when the unimaginable happened.

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Hope for the worst of Sinners

Hope for the worst of Sinners By America Needs Fatima Original Article: Link What, then, must a sinner do who finds himself so unhappy as to have become an enemy of God? Mary is the Peace Maker between Sinners & God What, then, must a sinner do who finds himself

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Behind the Scenes: Padre Pio’s Human Side

Behind the Scenes: Padre Pio’s Human Side Padre Pio is often recognized worldwide as a Capuchin friar, miracle worker, and a deeply spiritual figure revered for his intense mystical experiences. Yet, beyond his celebrated reputation for intercessory power and hours spent in the confessional, there was another side to Padre

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How to Grow Closer to Your Guardian Angel like Padre Pio

How to Grow Closer to Your Guardian Angel like Padre Pio Padre Pio, the revered Capuchin friar and mystic, is celebrated not only for his miracles and stigmata but also for his profound relationship with guardian angels. Unlike most of us, who view angels as silent, unseen protectors, Padre Pio

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Why Every Catholic Should Love the Dogma of Our Lady’s Assumption

How I Came to Accept and Love Suffering By James BascomAugust 15, 2025 This year marks the seventy-fifth anniversary of Pope Pius XII’s declaration of the dogma of the Assumption of Our Lady. With the Apostolic Constitution Munificentissimus Deus (“Most Bountiful God”) on November 1, 1950, Catholics around the world

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How I Came to Accept and Love Suffering

How I Came to Accept and Love Suffering By Plinio Correa de Oliveira Someone asked me how I came to love suffering. To answer this question, we need to realize that, naturally speaking, nobody loves suffering; it horrifies us. For example, I am horrified by the thought of a drop

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Garcia Moreno: Heroic President of Ecuador

Garcia Moreno: Heroic President of Ecuador By José Maria dos Santos  Original Article: Link Manly Catholic of intransigent principles, slain by the enemies of the Faith because of his consistency and courage in defense of the Church and Papacy Gabriel Garcia Moreno was born in Guayaquil, in southern Ecuador on December

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Padre Pio and the Living Presence of Christ in the Eucharist

Padre Pio and the Living Presence of Christ in the Eucharist Picture yourself kneeling in a quiet Italian chapel just before dawn. The air is heavy with the scent of candle wax and ancient stone. At the altar, Padre Pio raises the host during Mass—his hands trembling, sweat beading on

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Padre Pio: Four Inspiring Stories from His Early Life

Padre Pio: Four Inspiring Stories from His Early Life The story of Padre Pio, born Francesco Forgione, is often surrounded by tales of miracles and holiness. Yet, before he became a renowned Capuchin friar and miracle worker, he was simply a boy experiencing the ordinary joys and challenges of rural

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Saints Joachim and Anne: Steadfast Faith That Shaped Mary’s “Yes”

Saints Joachim and Anne: Steadfast Faith That Shaped Mary’s “Yes” Before the Blessed Virgin Mary uttered her remarkable “Fiat”—her “yes” to God—her parents, Saints Joachim and Anne, walked a winding road of faith, hope, and silent perseverance. As we celebrate their feast, their story offers profound inspiration for families, those

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Why “Doubting Thomas” Can Strengthen Our Faith

Why “Doubting Thomas” Can Strengthen Our Faith If you’ve ever struggled with spiritual doubt, you’re not alone. St. Thomas the Apostle—forever known as “Doubting Thomas”—walked this path before us. Yet, his journey from skepticism to unshakeable faith offers crucial lessons for believers, especially those searching for certainty in a complex

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Padre Pio’s 1913 Vision: A Message from the Sacred Heart

Padre Pio’s 1913 Vision: A Message from the Sacred Heart In March 1913, the revered Capuchin friar Padre Pio experienced a vision that reveals profound truths for Catholics and Christians everywhere. At the heart of his experience was a poignant conversation with Jesus Christ, who expressed deep sorrow over humanity’s

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July: Month of the Precious Blood of Jesus

July: Month of the Precious Blood of Jesus By tradition, the Catholic Church dedicates each month of the year to certain devotions. July is devoted to the Precious Blood of Jesus. In the past, the feast of the Most Precious Blood of Christ was celebrated on the first Sunday of

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What the Litany of the Sacred Heart Can Teach Us

What the Litany of the Sacred Heart Can Teach Us By Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira Original Article: Link I highly recommend the Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. It is a wonderful prayer for our times. Thus, I will comment on some of its invocations and the lessons they can

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Contemplating the Adorable Person of Our Lord Jesus Christ

Contemplating the Adorable Person of Our Lord Jesus Christ By Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira I will venture a guess and say that most of us have meditated upon Our Lord Jesus Christ, and through our contemplation we have acquired a sense of what He is like. However, imagine the resulting

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Hope of a Hopeless World

Hope of a Hopeless World by Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira If there is an age whose sole hope lies in the Sacred Heart of Jesus, it is our own. The evils committed by mankind today can scarcely be exaggerated. To mention just a few, these include blasphemy, the destruction of

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Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi By Tonia Long Original Article: Link A Feast for the Soul Also known as the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, this feast honors Jesus Christ, really, truly, and substantially present under the appearances of bread and wine. This mysterious Presence happens through what the Church calls

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The Third Apparition of Our Lady of Fatima

The Third Apparition of Our Lady of Fatima Have you ever wondered what it would be like to witness a miracle? To stand in a field and see the supernatural break into our world?Today, we’re traveling back to July 13, 1917, to a small Portuguese village called Fatima—where three children

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Sacred Heart vs Pride Month

Sacred Heart vs Pride Month By Michael Haynes Devotion to the Sacred Heart is one of the Best Ways to Combat the LGBT Ideology The month of June is marked by Holy Mother Church as being devoted to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. However, this holy and beautiful month is

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The Feast of Pentecost

Original Article: Link The Feast of Pentecost By Tonia Long Worth the Wait! Our Lord walked with His followers for 40 days after His resurrection. Forty sublime days of living proof that He did indeed conquer death, that the greatest fear of mankind had been conquered. One can only imagine

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June: The Month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

June: The Month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus By America Needs Fatima Hope of a Hopeless World If there is an age whose sole hope lies in the Sacred Heart of Jesus, it is our own. The evils committed by mankind today can scarcely be exaggerated. To mention just

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The story of the Visitation

The story of the Visitation Feast May 31 By Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira Our Lady’s visit to Saint Elizabeth is well known: When Saint Gabriel appeared to Our Lady during the Annunciation, he informed her that her cousin, Saint Elizabeth, was with child. Our Lady traveled with Saint Joseph to

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Padre Pio’s Timeless Warning on Screen Addiction: A Spiritual Perspective

Padre Pio’s Timeless Warning on Screen Addiction: A Spiritual Perspective Long before the rise of Netflix, YouTube, or TikTok, Padre Pio, the revered Capuchin friar and miracle worker, cautioned against the dangers of screen addiction. His insights, drawn from mid-20th century experiences with the then-new medium of television, resonate powerfully

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Our Lady Help of Christians

Original Article: Link Our Lady Help of Christians Feast May 24 By America Needs Fatima The invocation “Help of the Christians” is very old, having been included in the Litany of Loreto by Pope Saint Pius V in 1571, as a token of gratitude to the Most Holy Virgin. After

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How to Enter a Church with Reverence According to Padre Pio

How to Enter a Church with Reverence According to Padre Pio The Sacred Threshold: Entering God’s House Have you ever considered how you enter a church? Do you rush in distracted, or pause to acknowledge the sacred space you’re entering? Saint Padre Pio, the beloved Capuchin friar and miracle worker,

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The Miraculous Healing of Padre Pio Through Our Lady of Fatima

The Miraculous Healing of Padre Pio Through Our Lady of Fatima Padre Pio is known worldwide for his intercessory prayers and miraculous healings. Yet, one of the most touching miracles tied to this Capuchin friar is the healing he himself received—an extraordinary moment involving the visit of the Pilgrim Statue

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Clothed in Light – Our Lady of Fatima

Clothed in Light – Our Lady of Fatima By Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira   Imagine being just five feet away from Our Lady! Wouldn’t it be great to be but five feet away from her? But, what about having Our Lord within us? If only we would think of this

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What Is the Most Unforgivable Sin in God’s Eyes?

What Is the Most Unforgivable Sin in God’s Eyes? Have you ever wondered what sin God finds hardest to forgive? According to the beloved Capuchin friar and mystic Padre Pio, it’s not the obvious crimes or grave offenses we often fear. Instead, Padre Pio revealed a deeper spiritual truth: the

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Saint Joseph the Worker

Original Article: Link Saint Joseph the Worker By America Needs Fatima   Feast May 1 St. Joseph, the husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary and foster-father of Jesus has two feasts. His official feast day on March 19, celebrated for centuries; The second feast on May 1, celebrating the holy

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Padre Pio’s Devotion to Our Lady and the Month of May

Padre Pio’s Devotion to Our Lady and the Month of May Padre Pio, the renowned Capuchin friar, mystic, and miracle worker, held a deep love for Our Lady Mary and the month of May, which is traditionally dedicated to her by Catholics. While Christmas was special to him, May stood

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The Triumph of the Resurrection

The Triumph of the Resurrection By Fr. Augustine Berthe, C.SS.R. The end seemed to have come. The Prophet of Nazareth had died on a cross, like a vile slave. The apostles, terrified, had disappeared; some women, after following Him to His burial place, were returning home weeping. The chief priests

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A Meditation on the True Meaning of Easter

Original Article: Link A Meditation on the True Meaning of Easter The Resurrection represents the eternal and definitive triumph of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the complete defeat of his adversaries, and the supreme argument of our faith. Saint Paul said that, if Christ had not resurrected, our faith would be

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My Soul is Heavy Even unto Death

Original Article: Link My Soul is Heavy Even unto Death History of the Passion The following is an excerpt of Mary Bassett’s 1557 translation of Saint Thomas More’s “History of the Passion”, which he wrote in Latin during his imprisonment in the Tower in 1534-35. For the blessed and tender heart

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The Extraordinary Conversion of Giovanni da Prato

The Extraordinary Conversion of Giovanni da Prato Giovanni da Prato’s life was marked by violence and a deep-seated disdain for faith. However, a profound encounter with Padre Pio, a renowned Capuchin friar, transformed him into an unlikely evangelist. This remarkable story highlights the power of spiritual transformation and the idea

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From Cerebral Palsy to Cancer: 2 Unexplained Medical Miracles

From Cerebral Palsy to Cancer: 2 Unexplained Medical Miracles Padre Pio, the renowned Capuchin friar and stigmatist, continues to inspire devotion and awe through accounts of miraculous healings attributed to his intercession. These extraordinary stories serve as powerful reminders of God’s boundless love and the enduring legacy of this beloved

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Padre Pio’s 3 Lessons on Confession and God’s Mercy

Padre Pio’s 3 Lessons on Confession and God’s Mercy Confession is a sacrament that many struggle to approach, often held back by fear, pride, or indifference. This story of a man who avoided confession for 44 years—and the role Padre Pio played in his journey back—is a testament to God’s

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The Sacred Heart’s Young Champion: Saint José Sanchez del Rio

The Sacred Heart’s Young Champion: Saint José Sanchez del Rio In Mexico’s darkest hour of religious persecution, a 14-year-old boy’s extraordinary courage illuminates the power of devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Saint José Sanchez del Rio’s martyrdom during the Cristero War stands as a testament to unwavering faith

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When Padre Pio Outsmarted the Devil: A Lesson on Spiritual Vigilance

When Padre Pio Outsmarted the Devil: A Lesson on Spiritual Vigilance Padre Pio, the renowned Capuchin friar and saint, was no stranger to spiritual warfare. Throughout his life, he faced relentless attacks from the forces of darkness. Among these battles, one chilling encounter stands out—a moment when the Devil disguised

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The Annunciation and Saint Gabriel

The Annunciation and Saint Gabriel By Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira Feast March 25   Here we will discusses both the Annunciation and Saint Gabriel, since the feast of Saint Gabriel the Archangel is on March 24th, the vigil of the Annunciation. A passage from Saint Luke: And in the sixth

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Three Lessons from Padre Pio for a Peaceful Life

Three Lessons from Padre Pio for a Peaceful Life Padre Pio, the revered Capuchin friar known for his stigmata and miraculous intercessions, left behind not only extraordinary stories but also profound spiritual guidance. His teachings challenge us to live with trust, grace, and a deeper connection to God. Let’s explore

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Why Saint Joseph is the terror of demons

Original Article: Link Why Saint Joseph is the terror of demons By America Needs Fatima Feast March 19   Although detailed accounts of St. Joseph’s life remains scarce, we learn from Scriptures and Sacred Tradition about his unshakeable faith, his assiduous perseverance, his admirable purity and his exceptional humility. The

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Can We Increase Our Reward in Heaven?

Can We Increase Our Reward in Heaven? By Luis Solorzano   The Christian life is marked by a constant pursuit of holiness and union with God. A frequently asked question is: can we increase our reward in heaven, or is the heavenly prize fixed for each person? This article explores

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Balancing Work and Prayer in the Life of a Catholic

Balancing Work and Prayer in the Life of a Catholic By Luis Solorzano Finding the balance between work and spiritual life is a common challenge for Catholics striving to fully live their faith. Prayer is often seen as secondary or even an obstacle to productivity. However, spirituality should never be

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Lenten Reflections on the Passion of Christ

Original Article: Link by Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira Lenten Reflections on the Passion of Christ The following Lenten reflections deal with suffering, in the truly Catholic sense of the word. It was by the Cross that our good Lord opened the gates of Heaven for us and it will be through

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How to Choose the Best Penance During Lent?

How to Choose the Best Penance During Lent? by Luis Solorzano   Lent is a special time for reflection, conversion, and spiritual preparation. Many people wonder: What is the best penance or mortification I can do during Lent? The answer lies in choosing practices that help us combat our bad inclinations and

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When the Vatican Denied Padre Pio’s Miracles

When the Vatican Denied Padre Pio’s Miracles Padre Pio, the revered Capuchin friar, mystic, and miracle worker, is known for his extraordinary life of faith and service. However, like many saints before him, he faced trials that tested his resolve. One such moment came in 1923 when the Vatican issued

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Padre Pio’s Wisdom on Modesty, Continence, and Chastity

Padre Pio’s Wisdom on Modesty, Continence, and Chastity Struggling with self-control in today’s world? The teachings of Padre Pio, a Capuchin friar, mystic, and saint, offer timeless guidance on virtues like modesty, continence, and chastity. These virtues not only help us resist temptation but also lead us toward a holier

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Prophecies of Our Lady of Good Success About Our Times

Original Article: Link Prophecies of Our Lady of Good Success About Our Times (Feast day February 2nd) During the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, Our Lady of Good Success appeared in Quito, Ecuador to a Spanish nun whose little-known but extraordinary life has a direct connection with our days. The Pope’s

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Our Lady of Lourdes

Original Article: Link By America Needs Fatima Our Lady of Lourdes Feast February 11th On February 11, 1858, in the Pyrenean village of Lourdes, France, a beautiful young lady appeared to a poor, fourteen-year-old girl named Bernadette Soubirous. Bernadette and her sister were searching for firewood near the Grotto of

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The Doctor Who Built Padre Pio’s Hospital

The Doctor Who Built Padre Pio’s Hospital In the beautiful countryside of northern Italy, a remarkable story unfolded. Like so many other stories involving Padre Pio, this story includes a skeptic and a great miracle of Divine Providence. It is the tale of Dr. Guglielmo Sanguinetti, a country doctor chosen

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A Dog named Grigio

Original Article: Link A Dog named Grigio By P. Sanders Many are the stories and even books that have been written about special dogs. There were dogs who saved their owners lives, dogs who helped bring criminals to justice, dogs who fought in wars, and dogs so loyal to their

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The Story of Our Lady of Good Success – Feast February 2nd

Original Article: Link By America Needs Fatima The History During the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries there lived in Quito, Ecuador, a Spanish nun whose little-known but extraordinary life has a direct connection with our days. Mother Mariana of Jesus Torres y Berriochoa, a nun of the Conceptionist Order, surpassed the

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Saint John Bosco’s Excellent Advice about Our Guardian Angels

Original Article: Link Saint John Bosco’s Excellent Advice about Our Guardian Angels By Giovanni Battista Lemoyne (St. John Bosco’s feast day is January 31st) The selection below was adapted from The Biographical Memoirs of Saint John Bosco. Towards the end of 1844, Don Bosco was busy finishing a book promoting devotion to

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Our Lady Help of Christians and the Dead-end Street

Our Lady Help of Christians and the Dead-end Street By Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira Our Lady’s mercy is so great, that if Judas Iscariot himself, after having sold Our Lord and on his way to the cursed place where he hanged himself, had maintained hope in her unfathomable mercy, she

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Padre Pio’s Steps to a Devout Meditation

Padre Pio’s Steps to a Devout Meditation Meditation is a cornerstone of spiritual growth, offering an opportunity to connect deeply with God and reflect on our faith. Among the many saints who have shared wisdom on prayer and contemplation, Padre Pio stands out as a guide whose teachings continue to

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Three Lessons from the Spiritual Battles of Padre Pio

Three Lessons from the Spiritual Battles of Padre Pio Padre Pio, the beloved Capuchin friar, mystic, and saint, continues to inspire millions through his remarkable life and extraordinary struggles. Among the most intriguing aspects of his journey is the intense spiritual warfare he endured. The demonic attacks he faced highlight

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God is with us: A Christmas Sermon from the Cure of Ars

God is with us: A Christmas Sermon from the Cure of Ars The following is a sermon given on Christmas by Saint John Vianney—the Cure of Ars—and is taken from Sermons for the Feast Days of the Year by the Cure of Ars.   “And his name shall be called Emmanuel” (Isa. 7:14)

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The Legend of Saint Dismas

Original Article: Link The Legend of Saint Dismas By P. Sanders Many years ago, after Jesus was born, the evil King Herod waited for the three kings from the Orient to return to his kingdom with news of the newborn King. When they did not return, Herod grew afraid that

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A Lesson in Innocence

A Lesson in Innocence By John Horvat II   One September morning in the year 1897, the editor of a New York daily newspaper called The Sun found a letter from an eight-year-old girl on his desk. The letter read: Dear Editor: I am eight years old. Some of my friends always tell

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Meditation Next to the Child God in the Crib

Meditation Next to the Child God in the Crib By Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira Approach the crib of the Child God with me. Let us imagine the arrival of the Magi Kings at the manger, after having followed the Star of Bethlehem with their caravans and treasure-laden animals. These sovereigns—King

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A God So Small, Yet Infinite; Infinite, Yet So Small!

Our Lady’s Thoughts on Christmas Day By Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira   “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, and we saw His glory, the glory as it were of the Only Begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.” Thus does Saint John’s Gospel (1:14) announce

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Our Lady’s Thoughts on Christmas Day

Our Lady’s Thoughts on Christmas Day By Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira As Christmas approaches, let us make some considerations about this great feast. What were Our Lady’s thoughts on Christmas Day? What did Christmas represent for Our Lady? We must consider that Our Lady carried Our Lord within herself as

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Stories of the “Tree of Christ”

Original Article: Link Saint Boniface In the seventh century, St. Boniface traveled from Crediton, Devonshire, to Germany to teach the pagans about the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ and the fruits won thereby. He spent a great deal of time there performing many good works in Thuringia, a

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Come Infant Jesus!

Original Article: Link By America Needs Fatima   Miracle in Communist-occupied Hungary This is the story of a marvelous miracle that took place a few days before Christmas of 1956 in Communist-occupied Hungary. The story comes to us through a Fr. Norbert, a parish priest in Budapest, who later fled

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The Origins and Spiritual Significance of the Nativity Scene

The Nativity scene is a cherished symbol of the Christmas season, found in homes, churches, and public spaces worldwide. While it serves as a beautiful reminder of the birth of Christ, many people are unaware of its profound history and the spiritual meaning it conveys. Let’s delve into the origins

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Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Original Article: Link Feast of the Immaculate Conception (Feast Decemeber 8)By America Needs Fatima The Catholic Church teaches that the Blessed Virgin Mary was immaculately conceived, that is, from the time of her conception in her mother’s womb, she was free from the stain of the original sin of our

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During this Advent, May Grace Rain on a Sinful World

Original Article: Link During this Advent, May Grace Rain on a Sinful World Advent: From the Latin ad-venio, to come to. “Send down the dew, ye heavens, from above, and let the clouds rain the Just One: let the earth be opened, and bud forth the Redeemer.” These words of

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Three Ways to Have a Meaningful “Prodigal Son” Advent

Original Article: Link “Send down the dew, ye heavens, from above, and let the clouds rain the Just One: let the earth be opened, and bud forth the Redeemer.” Thus begins the Advent hymn, “Rorate Caeli,” that mournfully calls upon God to hear our prayers. We are made to sigh

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Padre Pio and the Unscathed Church in Catarroja

In a remarkable event amidst Spain’s recent catastrophic flooding, the church of Saint Anthony of Padua in Catarroja emerged unscathed, seemingly shielded by an extraordinary force. With destructive floodwaters battering Valencia, this event has drawn widespread attention, and many attribute the church’s preservation to the intercession of Padre Pio. The

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Our Lady of the Bowed Head

Original Article: Link Our Lady of the Bowed Head Among the many miraculous images of the Mother of God through which she deigns to grant her favors, there is one in the monastery church of the Carmelites in Vienna, entitled the Mother of Grace, or Our Lady of Grace, also

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The Real Truth About Purgatory

Link to the Original Article: https://americaneedsfatima.org/articles/the-real-truth-about-purgatory “Oh! If people only knew what Purgatory is!” If Purgatory did not exist to remove the stain of sin from imperfect souls, the only alternative would be Hell. Therefore, Purgatory is a necessary place of expiation. All personal sin carries two consequences: blame (which,

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How the Rosary Defeated Communism in Austria

Padre Pio, the revered Capuchin friar, mystic, and miracle worker, famously referred to the Rosary as “his weapon.” This powerful devotion, given to us by Our Lady, has the ability to transform hearts, liberate nations, and drive away evil forces. One profound historical example of its power comes from post-World

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Embracing Suffering: Padre Pio’s Path to Spiritual Joy

Pain and suffering are universal human experiences, no matter our age or background. But is there a way to transform suffering into happiness? According to Padre Pio, the answer is a resounding yes. His life offers us a powerful example of how to embrace suffering and find joy through it,

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The Holy Rosary: From St. Dominic to the Battle of Lepanto

On October 7th, Catholics worldwide celebrate the Feast of the Holy Rosary, a day that honors the powerful intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary through this ancient and cherished prayer. The Rosary is central to the spiritual lives of many saints, including Padre Pio. But how did this devotion come

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Praying the Family Rosary

Original Article: Link “Continue to pray the Rosary every day.” — Our Lady of Fatima to Sister Lucia  With all the talk today about “quality time” and the importance of “bonding” in the family, the Rosary is the perfect solution! Your family will be gathered together for a common purpose in

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Devotion to the Heart of Mary Will Save the World

Original Article: Link Our Lady appeared to Lucia, Jacinta and Francisco, and gave them messages for the world. The seers affirmed these apparitions were to be made known to the Holy Father, the Sacred Hierarchy, and to all Christendom. Thus, either the proofs are clear, certain, and conclusive, rendering the apparitions worthy

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The Mystery of Padre Pio’s Stigmata

Padre Pio, a Capuchin friar, mystic, and miracle worker, remains one of the most intriguing figures in modern Catholic history. His life, marked by extraordinary phenomena such as bilocation, healing miracles, and above all, the stigmata, continues to inspire devotion. Among these remarkable aspects, his stigmata—the wounds that mirrored those

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Padre Pio’s Prophecy: A Profound Reminder of Life’s Purpose

Imagine being told, with absolute certainty, that you only have a few days left to live. This unsettling news was delivered to a young Italian policeman by none other than Padre Pio, the Capuchin friar, mystic, and miracle worker whose life continues to inspire millions. The story, while remarkable, also

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Stories of the Supernatural from Padre Pio

He was alone in prayer when a man appeared out of nowhere… One day while praying alone, Padre Pio opened his eyes to see an old man standing there. He was surprised by the presence of another person in the room and explained in his testimony, “I could not imagine

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Padre Pio’s Advice on Guardian Angels

Original Article: Link It is well known that Padre Pio had encounters with angels throughout his life. Through these encounters he came to know a great deal about their powers and their role in our lives: “to light, to guard, to rule, to guide.” In a letter he wrote on

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Padre Pio Bilocated to a Communist Dungeon

Vaticanist Andrea Tornielli has published on the Vatican Insider site a serious testimony about Padre Pio’s bilocation to the Hungarian dungeon where Joszef Cardinal Mindszenty was imprisoned in the fifties. The Hungarian anticommunist cardinal was a fierce adversary of the Vatican policy of detente toward Communist governments known as Ostpolitik.

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The Lesson of Our Lady’s Sword of Sorrow

By: Professor Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira Source: Link The concept of Our Lady of Sorrows comes from the prophecy of Simeon who, thirty-three years in advance, foretold to Our Lady that a sword would pierce her heart. This prophecy proves that we can suffer spiritual reversals even when we live

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The Return of the Queen: A Sign of Great Hope

By: James Bascom Source: Link Travel back in your mind 1,500 years to a charming port city on the English Channel in northern France. It is the year 636 A.D. and a small boat without sails, oars, or sailors floats into the harbor of Boulogne-sur-Mer. As the townspeople gather around

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The Recipe for a Happy Marriage: Insights from Padre Pio

In an age where the sanctity of marriage often seems under threat, stories that highlight the enduring nature of love and commitment offer a much-needed source of inspiration. The tale of Paola and Giovanni Siena, a couple whose marriage thrived under the guidance of Padre Pio, serves as a beautiful

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