More than a million faithful Catholics have been flocking to St. Mary Major Church in Assisi, Italy, over the last several months to venerate the relics of soon-to-be St. Carlo Acutis. The Catholic Church’s first millennial saint will be canonized during a Mass in St.
The Jubilee Year is upon us. It is a time of pilgrimage and grace, and although much of the spotlight and attention will be on the Eternal City, the faithful will have many opportunities near and far to embark on their own unique spiritual journey.
Even if you won’t be able to visit Italy next year, here are some ways to bring Italy home for Jubilee 2025. The Jubilee Year of Hope begins on Christmas Eve, as Pope Francis opens the Holy Doors of St. Peter’s. If you’re one of
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Anyone who has ever visited European churches, especially churches in Italy, is familiar with the framed silver images of the Sacred Heart of Jesus that are often found displayed on the walls of these holy places. In some of the churches or shrines, the walls
Ciao friends. Despite what some in the secular media are claiming, the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church is not, and never will be, “The Church of What’s Happening Now,” for those of us old enough to remember comedian Flip Wilson. That’s why we want
Consider it pure joy, my brothers, and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. — James 1:2-3 We’re all familiar with the famous tale of the How the Grinch Stole Christmas. But
“Who cares?” That might very well be your response regarding the latest in the ongoing saga of former CNN host Chris Cuomo and former CNN president Jeff Zucker. Why should we spend any of our precious time following the developments of folks who have done their part
I’ve always been a fan of my fellow Italian American, Tony Bennett, whose real last name happens to be Benedetto, by the way. But I think Tony would agree, that while he sang his heart out over the city by the bay, when it comes to
Not everyone sets goals and makes New Year’s resolutions. Some people set goals or resolutions for physical gain such as losing weight, getting in shape, and being healthier. Some do it for emotional gain: spending more time enjoying life, being outdoors, relaxing, etc. And
