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12 Gift Ideas to Express Your Devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe

Dec 11, 2016 by Veronica Mena

Devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe is part of Mexico's identity, and most Mexicans are proud to call themselves Guadalupanos.For other Hispanic and non-Hispanic countries, the … Read more

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St. Juan Diego, Our Lady's Most Humble Son

Dec 09, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

St. Juan Diego is the first indigenous saint from the Americas. He was a poor and humble peasant from the lowest class of Aztec Indians living in 16th century Mexico. His native na … Read more

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The Story of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Dec 09, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

"Call me and call my image Santa Maria de Guadalupe"December 12th is the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, patroness of the Americas, unborn children, and the New Evangelizatio … Read more

America and the Immaculate Conception

Dec 07, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

"The United States of America is indeed the land of Mary Immaculate." The United States Bishops, in the year 1846, chose the Blessed Virgin Mary under her title of the Immaculate … Read more

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St. Ambrose: A Bishop of the Poor

Dec 06, 2016 by Nick Rabiipour

Today is the both the anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor and the feast day of Saint Ambrose (c. 340-397 A.D.). Saint Ambrose’s life testifies to the fact that everything can … Read more

St. Lucy's Feast Day: Celebrate with Lights and Sweets!

Dec 04, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

December 13th is the feast day of St. Lucy. St. Lucy was a virgin martyr during the earliest centuries of Christianity under its worst persecution at the hands of the Roman … Read more

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A Prayer to Saint Nicholas

Dec 04, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

Saint Nicholas of Myra was a 4th century bishop in what is today Turkey. He was famous for his generosity to the poor, protection of the wronged, and zeal for orthodoxy. He was als … Read more

Bambinelli Sunday: A Christmas Book & Craft Idea for Kids

Dec 03, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

The blessing of baby Jesus figurines is an event that takes place at the Vatican each year. Children observe this annual tradition by bringing the baby Jesus figure from their fami … Read more

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Eucharistic Miracle? Hope in Times of Unbelief

Dec 03, 2016 by Whitney Hetzel

Some things just need to be shared. Many people struggle to believe in God, in His Mercy, and in the Eucharistic Presence. Sometimes a sign from above is what is needed to re … Read more

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St. Francis of Assisi and the Christmas Creche Tradition

Dec 02, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

When you set up your nativity scene for the holidays, you may not realize that you're participating in a Christmas tradition begun by a one of the most famous and beloved … Read more

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St. Nicholas and Your Shoes! A St. Nicholas Day Tradition

Nov 30, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

December 6th is the feast day of Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of children, which appropriately falls during the Advent season. This feast day is an especially exciting on … Read more

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St. Andrew's Christmas Novena Begins November 30th!

Nov 29, 2016 by Gretchen Filz

Advent always begins on the Sunday closest to November 30th, the feast day of St. Andrew the Apostle. Is this just a nice coincidence, or is there deeper significance? … Read more