About Gretchen Filz

Gretchen is a Lay Dominican with a passion for fostering an increase in Catholic faith and devotion. After receiving her M.A. in Christian Apologetics, she converted to the Catholic Faith in 2011. She lives and works in the Diocese of Charlotte.

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Pray Our Novena for America

Jul 15, 2024 by Gretchen Filz

This novena prayer was composed by The Catholic Company staff. It is directed to the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, patroness of the United States of America.Se … Read more

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10-Step Checklist to Self-Examine Your Soul by St. Francis de Sales

Jan 24, 2021 by Gretchen Filz

"Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself. Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections but instantly set about remedying them—every day … Read more

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The Symbolism Of The Three Christmas Masses

Dec 23, 2020 by Gretchen Filz

Christmas is the holiest day of the year. Just as we celebrate Easter with a triduum of liturgies (Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil), Christmas is celebrated wit … Read more

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Was Jesus Really Born In Bethlehem On December 25th?

Dec 21, 2020 by Gretchen Filz

You've probably heard it before: the claim that December 25th was originally an ancient pagan festival. Yes, many people say that December 25th was the day on which … Read more

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Praying the O Antiphons: An Ancient Advent Tradition

Dec 15, 2020 by Gretchen Filz

During the final days of Advent, anticipation heightens as the birth of the Savior draws nearer. This anticipation is marked by something special in the prayers of the Liturg … Read more

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The Miraculous Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Dec 11, 2020 by Gretchen Filz

Our Lady of Guadalupe is a beloved devotion that fascinates both believers and non-believers. Millions of pilgrims travel across the world to visit the Basilica of Our La … Read more

Celebration Ideas For The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Dec 11, 2020 by Gretchen Filz

Many parishes with large Hispanic populations have special celebrations and processions leading up to the December 12th feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. At some point in your life … Read more

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A Catholic's Guide To Halloween

Oct 30, 2020 by Gretchen Filz

Catholics and Halloween: a good or bad mix? Is this a pagan holiday? Should we not celebrate it? The short answer is that the true substance of Halloween belongs to t … Read more

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8 Maneras de usar el agua bendita

Jan 15, 2020 by Gretchen Filz

Este artículo fue traducido del inglés original por Christina Gillam.Read in English: 8 Ways To Use Holy Water.“De muchas veces tengo experiencia que no hay cosa con que huyan más … Read more

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La Novena Eficaz de las tres Avemarías

Aug 07, 2019 by Gretchen Filz

Este artículo fue traducido del inglés original por Christina Gillam. Hay una tradición centenaria de rezar tres Avemarías cada día en honor a Virgen María, y para pedir su ayuda a … Read more

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St. Rita of Cascia: Patron Saint of the Impossible

May 19, 2019 by Gretchen Filz

May 22 is the feast day of St. Rita, an Augustinian nun from 14th-century Cascia, Italy. She is the patroness of impossible causes and hopeless circumstances because of her difficu … Read more

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A Guide to the Catholic Liturgical Calendar

May 06, 2019 by Gretchen Filz

Christianity isn't just lived. It's celebrated. That's because our faith isn't merely about doctrine. It includes a plethora of saints, historical events, and divine mys … Read more

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About Gretchen Filz

Articles by Gretchen Filz

Pray Our Novena for America

10-Step Checklist to Self-Examine Your Soul by St. Francis de Sales

The Symbolism Of The Three Christmas Masses

Was Jesus Really Born In Bethlehem On December 25th?

Praying the O Antiphons: An Ancient Advent Tradition

The Miraculous Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Celebration Ideas For The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

A Catholic's Guide To Halloween

8 Maneras de usar el agua bendita

La Novena Eficaz de las tres Avemarías

St. Rita of Cascia: Patron Saint of the Impossible

A Guide to the Catholic Liturgical Calendar