An unbelievable discovery: Uncovering the site of John the Baptist’s martyrdom
Lost for more than a thousand years after it was destroyed by the Romans at the end of the First Jewish Revolt in 71/72 A.D., the site of Herod’s palace was definitively identified in 1968...
Why do Catholics cover crucifixes and statues during Lent?
It seems strange that during the most sacred time of year Catholics cover everything that is beautiful in their churches, even the crucifix.
What does the Catholic phrase “world without end” mean?
Many Catholic prayers in the English language conclude with the phrase, “world without end,” or alternatively with, “forever and ever.” The “Glory Be” is one prayer that concludes in this way.
Purple Paradox – The reason purple is the colour of Lent
Lent begins this year on 2 March with Ash Wednesday. The colour purple is part and parcel of Lent. However, the colour purple is also a colour of paradox.
The Blessed Martyrs of Compiègne: Who were they?
The Martyrs of Compiègne were the 16 members of the Carmel of Compiègne, executed on 17 July 1794 during the French Revolution. The martyrs were proclaimed venerable in 1902 and were beatified in 1906.
World Mission Rosary: The Sorrowful Mysteries
The Sorrowful Mysteries
(Said on Tuesday and Friday)