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 longing for children, and anyone …
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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 world. The Purpose Behind Thomas’s …
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When Padre Pio Refused Confession: A Turning Point in Guido Biondi’s Life In 1956, Guido Biondi made a pilgrimage to San Giovanni Rotondo, filled with hope to receive confession from the famous stigmatic and Capuchin friar, Padre Pio. But what he expected to be a moment of grace turned into a profound shock—Padre Pio refused …
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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 indifference, empty churches, and the …
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When Prayer Feels Silent: Finding Hope in Padre Pio’s Wisdom Have you ever poured your heart out in prayer, hoping for a sign or answer, but felt only silence? You are not alone. Even Padre Pio and those closest to him experienced this quiet struggle. This reflection offers comfort and insight for anyone walking through …
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Padre Pio’s Wisdom: Choosing Charity Over Conflict in Family Financial Disputes In today’s fast-paced world, financial disputes—especially those involving family—can quickly turn into deep wounds. When money and inheritance are at stake, emotions run high, and the temptation to insist on strict justice is strong. Yet, the spiritual wisdom of Padre Pio offers a refreshing …
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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 July as confirmed by past …
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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 teach us. Heart of Jesus …
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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 indelible impression were we to …
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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 the family through abortion, divorce, …
