There is a tradition—which may not be historical—that Mary appeared to Saint Simon Stock, a leader of the Carmelites, and gave him a scapular, telling him to promote devotion to it. The scapular is a modified version of Mary’s own garment. It symbolizes her special protection and calls the wearers to consecrate themselves to her…
Franciscan Saint – Saint Bonaventure
Saint Bonaventure’s Story Perhaps not a household name for most people, Saint Bonaventure, nevertheless, played an important role in both the medieval Church and the history of the Franciscan Order. A senior faculty member at the University of Paris, Saint Bonaventure certainly captured the hearts of his students through his academic skills and insights. But…
A Prayer for our Earth
A Prayer for our Earth All-powerful God, you are present in the whole universe and in the smallest of your creatures. You embrace with your tenderness all that exists. Pour out upon us the power of your love, that we may protect life and beauty. Fill us with peace, that we may live as brothers…
To Love is to Give – July
1. Perfection is not reached with folded hands. One must work at overcoming oneself; one must be guided by reason, obedience and the Rule and not be one’s own inclinations. (III, 121) 2. One must necessarily put on the new man, and one accomplishes this through accurately carrying out regulations. I assure you that it…
Feast of Corpus Christi
Siostry Felicjanki Kraków YmetSsptmecudrndmodtaranSaynusot art Ssed2:lg07 duPM · Eucharystia-moc i pokarm, by być wdzięcznym, potrafić ofiarować siebie innym, by trwać w jednym Duchu miłości. Procesja Bożego Ciała 2021. Dziękujemy Kochani, że wspólne uwielbienie Jezusa w Eucharystii i piękne, rodzinne świadectwo wiary Parafia Rzymskokatolicka pw. św. Mikołaja w Głogowie JutnteSa d2fia iihuadtpd ona4:3gsor5o ePuMtlmd · Parafianie usypali kwiatowy dywan na Boże Ciało. Dla zachowania dziękczynnego…
To Love is to Give – June
1. Prayer is our full treasure. Whoever prays, receives everything. (III, 118) 2. Do not omit any prayers, any pious practices, no matter how you feel, even if you are experiencing the greatest aridity or distaste. Anyone who omits them even once, will eventually come to completely neglecting them. (III, 114) 3. Remember always that…
Pope Leo XIV’s motto and coat of arms
Pope Leo XIV’s motto and coat of arms Pope Leo XIV reveals his coat of arms and motto, which clearly reflect his Augustinian roots. By Vatican News Pope Leo XIV’s coat of arms offers a clear reflection of his Augustinian roots and the values he seeks to promote during his pontificate, particularly unity and communion…
To Love to Give – May
1. I entrust you to the special care of the Most Blessed Virgin, so that she will not leave you for a moment, but that she will inspire you and bless you at every step, and obtain for you graces so that according to the wishes of your Director you may become a great saint….
Pope Francis – Eternal Rest Holy Father
The Vatican has announced that the funeral for Pope Francis will be held on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. local time, 4:00 a.m. ET. They also released new photos and video of the Pope’s body lying in his private chapel at Casa Santa Maria.
Full text of Pope Francis’ last will and testament
Full text of Pope Francis’ last will and testament Feeling that the sunset of my earthly life is approaching and with lively hope in Eternal Life, I wish to express my testamentary will only with regard to the place of my burial. I have always entrusted my life and my priestly and episcopal ministry to…
Anniversary of THE BEATIFICATION OF BLESSED MARY ANGELA
An Ordinary Beginning – An Extraordinary Journey Lillian Halasinski (1913) – Wife, Mother THE CURE THAT LED TO THE BEATIFICATION OF BLESSED MARY ANGELA The church certified the healing of Lillian as a miracle which led to the beatification of Blessed Mary Angela onApril 18, 1993 in Rome, Italy. The Felician Sisters began the process of…