A Symbolic Sweet
That year the Christmas concert was at last a success! The brilliant result of the experiment made it a tradition. From Germany, the candy canes spread all over Europe, becoming one of the most symbolic Christmas ornaments.
Our Lady in Los Angeles
The Heralds of the Gospel went to Los Angeles, California for two Marian Missions. Where Our Lady dispensed an abundance of graces and touched many hearts.
Why Is Christmas Celebrated on December 25?
Many people have ventured to explain why the birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ is celebrated on December 25. Is it the true date on which this event took place?
Fond Christmas Memories
In narrating the reminiscences of his childhood, Dr. Plinio took delight in recreating the climate of innocence that pervaded Christmas festivities of that time. This was especially true in his home, where Dona Lucilia’s piety and affection made them particularly joyful.
The Apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe – First Great Sign for the Continent of the Future
From a historical perspective, the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe take form as the first great sign of God for a continent called to a glorious future, while it was yet awakening to the truths of the Faith.
Mary Most Holy: Crown of God’s Miracles
In the Bull declaring the dogma of the Immaculate Conception, Pius IX extols the countless virtues and privileges of Our Lady, aware that nothing is sufficient to exalt Her who is superior to all human and angelic praise.
Sincere and Religious Love
A letter of St. Francis Xavier to St. Ignatius of Loyola.
Humble Before Grandeur, Maternal with the Sinner
Represented in this image, we see at once Our Lady’s simplicity towards God and her unfailing concern towards her suppliant child.
The Reign of Christ Is Irreversible
At the hour of apparent humiliation, Jesus manifests the magnificence of His royalty and unveils the scope of His intentions for humanity.
Theology & Love for God – Faith seeking understanding
Are knowledge and virtue independent? Bernard of Clairvaux reminds us that without profound faith in God, nourished by prayer and contemplation, theological studies run the risk of becoming an empty intellectual exercise.