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 masters and who served them …
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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 the guardian angels. He had …
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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 would have forgiven him. Had …
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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 inspire. In one of his …
St. Francis and the Desert Woman: The Story That Convinced the Pope
St. Francis and the Desert Woman: The Story That Convinced the Pope The story of St. Francis of Assisi gaining papal approval for his order is a pivotal moment in Christian history. It is a tale of faith, humility, and divine intervention that not only shaped the Franciscan movement but also paved the way for …
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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 not only the reality of …
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From Skeptic to Believer: Gino Lattila’s Remarkable Encounter with Padre Pio
From Skeptic to Believer: Gino Lattila’s Remarkable Encounter with Padre Pio In 1962, an unexpected spiritual transformation unfolded for Gino Lattila, a renowned Italian singer known for his skepticism. What began as a routine trip to San Giovanni Rotondo for a friend’s wedding turned into a life-altering encounter with Padre Pio, a Capuchin friar revered …
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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) Beloved brethren, assembled in the …
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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 this new King would cause …
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 me that Father Christmas does …