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The Meanings of 11 Christmas Words You Never Quite Understood
Here are the meanings of 11 common Advent and Christmas terms that you might not already know!
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In a recent Ascension Presents video, Father Mike Schmitz breaks his silence on his favorite–and least favorite–Christmas songs.
The Catholic Musical Origins of 'Silent Night': How a Priest Gave the World the Beloved Christmas Carol
One of the most beloved Christmas carols of all time began in an unexpected, but clever way–all because of a broken organ.
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What a beautiful way to celebrate the Birth of Jesus!
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How 'Home Alone' Points Catholics to Confession: The Sacramental Message Hidden in the Classic Film
"Home Alone" subtly mirrors a central truth of the Catholic faith: our need for healing, mercy, and reunion through the Sacrament of Confession.
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Amid the busyness that often defines December, this priest provides three Advent customs families can embrace as they prepare for the coming of Jesus.
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Fr. Leo Patalinghug Brings 12 Protestants & Converts on Catholic Pilgrimage for Online Creators
"I experienced God’s presence in a way I hadn’t before—not just in sacred places, but in sacred people.”
‘The Guy You See Every Sunday at Mass’: QB Fernando Mendoza Glorifies God After Heisman Trophy Win
Indiana NCAA football star Fernando Mendoza gave glory to God after his historic Heisman Trophy win, and his fellow Newman Center Catholics celebrated along with him!
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“Now restored and even more beautiful!”
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Did you know Lucy of Narnia is a real saint?
Prepare Your Heart for Christmas With Saint John of the Cross' Beautiful Advent Poem
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The Nun Who Writes Vampire Books: How Her Catholic Thriller is Leading Souls to the Eucharist
“Jesus literally told me during Advent: ‘There’s this vampire story.’ I thought, ‘Vampires don’t seem very Christmasy.’ But He was so clear: ‘Write it down…Trust Me.’”
The Secret History Behind Mother's Day & Its Forgotten Christian Roots
Did you know Mother’s Day actually has Christian origins? Catholic Vote explained in a video some of the fascinating and surprising historical facts behind Mother’s Day. “There’s actually something more to Mother’s Day–something many have forgotten, and something you may want to revive,” the narrator...
5 Reasons Catholic Parishes Are Closing
Why are Catholic parishes closing? 🤔 On this week’s episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan Scheel, Fr. Rich Pagano, and Ryan DellaCrosse join Fr. Josh McCarty of Pastoral Parish to discuss “major problems in the parish model and why so many parishes have closed or are on a path...
Blood of St. Januarius Miraculously Liquifies After Remaining Solid in December - See the Video!
Praise God for this amazing miracle! The blood of St. Januarius miraculously liquified on Sun., May 2 at 5:18 p.m. local time after it remained solid in Dec. 2020. However, the annual celebration of relics did not occur this year due to pandemic restrictions. “The miracle of the...
'Fatima' Movie to Hit AMC Theaters in Second Release Starting Mother's Day Weekend
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Why a Man Needs (and Deserves) His Rest
Why rest? 😴 💤 On this week’s episode of The Catholic Gentleman, hosts Sam Guzman and John Heinen discuss how God made man for both work and leisure, but “society misses the mark.” They also discuss importance of rest and how men must prioritize it. The guys cover these topics: • How...