Valentine’s Day is celebrated annually on February 14th as a day of love, affection, and admiration. It is a day that has been celebrated for centuries and has a rich history in the Catholic Church. In this article, we will explore the origins and purpose of Valentine’s Day in the Catholic Church. The origins of […]
Miracles are events that are considered to be outside the realm of natural explanation and are often attributed to divine intervention. In the Catholic faith, miracles are considered to be signs of God’s presence and a reminder of his power and love for humanity. There have been numerous miracles recorded throughout history, and the stories […]
The Eucharist Miracle of Bolsena The Eucharist Miracle of Bolsena, which occurred in 1263 in Bolsena, Italy, is one of the most well-known Eucharistic miracles in the Catholic Church. The story revolves around a priest who had doubts about the reality of the Eucharist and saw blood droplets appear on the host during the celebration […]
A pew is a long bench seat in a church, typically with a backrest. Many churches have pews, which are used by the congregation during worship services. The word “pew” comes from the Old French word “puier,” meaning “to push or thrust.” Pews were first used in churches in the 12th century. At that time, […]
Catholics pray to the Virgin Mary because they believe she is an intercessor and advocate for them before God. This belief stems from her role as Jesus’ mother and her close relationship with him. Mary is revered in Catholicism as a model of faith, humility, and obedience, as well as a symbol of hope and […]
A thurible is a type of censer that is used in the Catholic Church during religious services. It is a metal container, often made of brass or silver, that is used to burn incense. The incense is then wafted over the congregation by the priest or deacon, as a symbol of the prayers of the […]
What is lent? Lent is a season in the Catholic Church that lasts for 40 days and begins on Ash Wednesday. It is a time of fasting, prayer, and penance, and is observed as a period of spiritual preparation and renewal in preparation for Easter. During Lent, many Catholics abstain from certain foods and engage […]
Catholics and Lutherans have some fundamental differences in their beliefs, but they also share some key similarities. Both are the most prominent branches of the Christian religion. So what are the main differences between these two Christian denominations? Well, Catholics trace their faith back to the apostle Peter, whereas Lutherans claim Martin Luther as their […]
Catholicism is one of the most popular and prominent religions, with followers all around the world. It was founded by Jesus Christ in Judea more than 2000yrs ago. It is led by a Pope who is the successor of the apostle Peter. People that practices Catholicism are called Catholics. The word Catholics means Universal. Islam […]
“The Rosary is my favorite prayer. Such a wonderful prayer! Wonderful in its simplicity and in its depth. In this prayer we repeat, again and again, the words that the Virgin Mary heard from the Archangel and from her cousin Elizabeth. The Church in its entirety associates itself with these words. On the background of […]
The word Abbot is a title given to a male superior (leader) of a monastic community or order. It’s derived from Aramaic word ab (“father”), or aba (“my father”). In the Septuagint, it was written as “abbas”. The feminine equivalent of the word is Abbess. The word Abbot was earlier used to address any monk, but it was later […]
In the early days, Christians where persecuted by the governments and other religions. This made Christians to mostly meet in their homes or in a secret place like cave to worship. As Christianity grew, they were now accepted by the people and they now came out to worship in open places especially in a building […]
I am looking for someone to help me answer these questions. Why Noah built the Ark in 40 days. Why the rain/storm lasted for 40days. Why the Israelites walked through the desert for 40 years. Why the tower of barbel was built in 40 days. Why Jesus Christ fasted for 40days. Why Jesus Christ ascended […]
The answer is in the negative. Latin is neither dying nor dead. Many modern romance languages like Romania, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian and to a large extent English evolved from Latin. After it’s founding in 753 BC, the Roman Empire endured for about 1000 years before the invasion of the Germans. But Latin language […]
