Father Mike Schmitz Reveals His List of Best & Worst Christmas Songs of All Time
In a recent Ascension Presents video, Father Mike Schmitz breaks his silence on his favorite–and least favorite–Christmas songs.
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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!
The Catholic Meaning of 'The Twelve Days of Christmas': The Secret Code Explained
Since Catholicism was illegal in England from the 16th to the 19th centuries, tradition holds that the song was a mini-Catechism to teach the faith to Catholic children secretly.
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.
Feeling Rushed this Advent? Try This Priest's 3 Simple Ways to Prepare Your Heart for Christmas
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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Using 5,000 drones, the company Sky Elements lit up the night sky over Mansfield, Texas, recreating the image of the Holy Family.
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!
‘Even More Beautiful’: Massive Our Lady of the Rosary Statue Returns to Brazilian Town Square After Restoration
“Now restored and even more beautiful!”
Lucy of Narnia Was a REAL Saint? Yep, and She Had a Miraculous Life
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Prepare Your Heart for Christmas With Saint John of the Cross' Beautiful Advent Poem
"He embraced His bride, and held her Lovingly upon His breast, And the gracious Mother laid Him In the manger down to rest."
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.’”
7 Miracles That Reveal Our Lady of Guadalupe's Powerful Intercession
Since her apparitions to Saint Juan Diego in 1531, devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe has been a source of comfort, hope, and faith for millions.
'They Thirsted for God': Mother Angelica's Stirring Encounter with the ‘Poorest of the Poor’ in Mexico
"You see these people coming from everywhere, the poorest of the poor, and they had such light in their eyes."
Villanova University Declares Support for LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Defying Catholic Teaching
Villanova University recently declared its support for June Pride Month via social media, contrary to its Catholic roots. Villanova describes itself as a “Catholic Augustinian community of higher education,” and “inspired by the life and teaching of Jesus Christ,” “grounded in the wisdom of the Catholic intellectual tradition and advances...
BLM Activist Calls for Destruction of Jesus, Mary & Saint Statues, Priest & Exorcist Respond
Please pray for our churches! Over the last several weeks, activists destroyed numerous statues across the country in response to the killing of George Floyd. Activists also tore down two statues of St. Junípero Serra in California over the weekend. Black Lives Matter activist Shaun King calls for the destruction...
"...Of Grave Depravity": Why Catholics Should NOT Support Pride Month, But Are Still Called to Love
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Why Are So Many People Leaving The Catholic Church? The Answer, According to Statistics
Why do so many Catholics leave the Church? On this week’s episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan Scheel, Fr. Rich Pagano, and Ryan DellaCrosse discuss why so many Catholics leave the Church. The guys discuss the following: • The shocking statistics of people leaving the Church • What are the...
"This is Sacrilege": St. Junípero Serra Statue Toppled & Defaced in San Francisco
Vandals toppled and defaced a statue of St. Junípero Serra in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park on Friday evening. The video shows several people cheering while pulling the large statue down to the ground. Several videos of the incident surfaced on Twitter. The vandals also demolished statues of National...
Thieves Steal Tabernacle & Eucharist From North Carolina Church: "We Are Calling For Prayers"
Please pray for this parish! Saint Elizabeth of the Hill Country Catholic Church in Boone, North Carolina reported the Eucharist and tabernacle stolen from their church. The parish announced the theft Wed., June 17, on its Facebook page. Here’s the post below: Click here if you cannot see the...