We can see ourselves as a holy man or woman, and like the look of ourselves with a halo, but be less interested in praying more, fasting more, turning the other cheek, walking the second mile, giving what we have to the
An interview with Christine Valter Paintner on her new book, "The Love of Thousands" which encourages our increasingly secularist culture to pursue relationships with angels, saints and our ancestors as we journey toward holiness.
The Ulma family, beatified together for their heroic actions in sheltering persecuted Jews and their unwavering faith during Nazi-occupied Poland, serves as an inspiring model for Catholic families today, emphasizing the importance of embracing the ordinary, kindness, selfless love, defending human dignity
Cardinal Robert W. McElroy, bishop of San Diego, in his widely contested, recent essay in America Magazine, wrote, “The heart of Christian discipleship is a relationship with God the Father, Son and Spirit rooted in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus
The holiness of saints is reflected not only in how they overcame struggles but by their ability to transmit the joy that comes from being loved by God, Pope Francis said.
The gift of sharing the love and mercy Christians receive from God
In a recent speech, Archbishop Charles Chaput of Philadelphia reminded Catholics that in troubling times such as these, it’s important to remember that all are called to emulate the saints and strive to achieve holiness.
Why, despite the faults and struggles of family life, the Church says ‘yes!’
The journeys of others can be a source of strength and encouragement as we seek closeness with God
Pope Francis released the newest contribution to his magisterium April 9: a document on the call to holiness in today’s world. The text, called “Gaudete et Exsultate” (“Rejoice and be glad”), was signed on March 19, the feast of St. Joseph. “Gaudete
My favorite tweet following the release of Pope Francis’ document on holiness, Gaudete et Exsultate, came from Pauline Sister Theresa Aletheia Noble who said: “(It’s) probably best not to read Pope Francis’ new document on holiness with a focus on: 1. Finding