Graces of the Early Church
For a time during his adolescence, Plinio would make the most of his walk home from school by visiting the Church of St. Cecilia, whose atmosphere – the depictions of the martyrs, in particular – provided him with a special communication with the supernatural.
The Holy Eucharist – “We, though many, are one body”
Just as the Father and the Son are one through the Holy Spirit, Our Lord also leads us to unity through the bond of charity and through the most sublime of all Sacraments.
Eucharistic Adoration – “The Teacher is here and is calling for you”
We who so yearn for eternal happiness, who mourn so much in this vale of tears, forget the place where Heaven – and the Heaven of Heavens, which is God – is imprisoned on earth. This meeting place is called the tabernacle.
Questions and Answers
I am still informing myself on correct doctrine, so I would be very grateful if you could answer these questions: David Cebrián Romero – Via e-mail “Everything was created through and for Jesus Christ.” But, reading St. Anthony, I found the following phrase: “Everything that God does, He does for man, because He is good.” How […]
Children of Mary’s Merciful Initiative
Throughout the centuries, the Blessed Virgin has progressively poured out her help and favour upon the Church. Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary seems to present the apex of her mercy to a sinful humanity, in order to bring about a marvellous conversion within it.
The Secret of Mary – Hidden Wisdom, an Ineffable Treasure
Of all the blessed, Our Lady is the closest to us, and hidden within our spiritual relationship with her is a most precious secret…
Constancy in Joy and Sorrow
In a long life full of vicissitudes, Dona Lucilia allowed herself to be moulded by Providence, leaving admirable examples of fortitude and temperance for posterity, the fruits of a profound understanding of the true meaning of life.
Mother of Good Counsel of Genazzano – A Wonderful Counsellor
The small fresco of “Mater Boni Consilii” is made great by its history: a mysterious origin, extraordinary miracles, prodigious victories… and a conjecture regarding the future.
“Do you need a counsel?”
Deep in our souls, Mary seems to say: “My son, my daughter, confide! Confide in me and I will guide you on the right path!”
Our Lady in the Fight of the Revolution and Counter-Revolution
The Revolution is driven above all by two vices: pride and impurity. To crush it, it is necessary to practice the opposite virtues, which can only be achieved through grace, granted by God at the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary.