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Lenten Lessons on the Mass 35: The Agnus Dei

March 30, 2026March 12, 2026 Articles, Lenten Lesson

This means “Lamb of God” Today’s Lenten Lesson: The Agnus Dei Most of what is in the Mass can be found in the Bible. It’s true, almost every word in the Mass can be traced back to the Bible – like the “Lamb of God” prayer right before Holy Communion. In Latin we call it […]

Lenten Lessons on the Sacraments 35: What’s The First Obligation Of A Catholic Priest?

March 30, 2026February 18, 2026 Articles, Lenten Lessons on the Sacraments

Lesson 35 What’s The First Obligation Of A Catholic Priest? Welcome back to our Lenten Lessons on the Sacraments as we continue teaching about the Sacrament of Holy Orders. So what are the effects of the Sacrament of Holy Orders? They are big. Really big. First off, once you are ordained, you can never […]

The Holy Father Calls the Faithful to Remember Suffering Christians During Holy Week

March 30, 2026March 30, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

As the Church enters Holy Week, Pope Leo XIV has directed the attention of the faithful to Christians in the Middle East who are enduring profound suffering amid ongoing conflict. Speaking at the conclusion of Palm Sunday Mass in the Vatican, the Holy Father reminded the Church that the contemplation of Christ’s Passion is not […]

Pope Leo XIV’s Spring and Summer Schedules Announced

March 30, 2026March 30, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

The Vatican has released Pope Leo XIV’s liturgical schedule from April through July 2026, offering a clear view of a pontificate marked by pastoral outreach, sacramental life, and global mission. These months reflect the rhythm of the Church’s life, with ordinations, major solemnities, and international journeys that highlight the Holy Father’s role as shepherd of […]

Love Goes Beyond Rules

March 29, 2026March 27, 2026 Articles, Faith and Spirituality

We often portray Christian morality as something negative, a series of don’ts: Don’t kill… don’t miss Mass on Sunday… don’t lie or steal… In other words, don’t have any fun… Seeing morality as a list of arbitrary rules that restrict and control our lives makes it unattractive and repulsive. True Christian morality is a positive […]

Lenten Lessons on the Sacraments 34: Who Can Be Ordained A Catholic Priest?

March 28, 2026February 18, 2026 Articles, Lenten Lessons on the Sacraments

Lesson 34 Who Can Be Ordained A Catholic Priest? Welcome back to our Lenten Lessons on the Sacraments. Let’s continue with Holy Orders. So who can be ordained a priest? Only a baptized man – that’s a male – validly receives sacred ordination. Why? Because that’s what Jesus did, and we have to do […]

Lenten Lessons on the Mass 34: The Sign of Peace

March 28, 2026March 12, 2026 Articles, Lenten Lesson

How does peace begin? Today’s Lenten Lesson: The Sign of Peace St. Mother Teresa said, “Peace begins with a smile.” Do you smile when you offer someone a sign of Christ’s peace? I sure hope so. It helps. There is a lot going on during the “Communion Rite” at this point in the Mass. But […]

Lenten Lessons on the Sacraments 33: What Is The Best Way To Learn About Priestly Ordination?

March 27, 2026February 18, 2026 Articles, Lenten Lessons on the Sacraments

Lesson 33 What Is The Best Way To Learn About Priestly Ordination? Welcome back to our Lenten Lessons on the Sacraments. Today we continue with the Sacrament of Holy Orders with few more words about the beautiful and timeless ceremony. The Catechism of the Catholic Church provides a useful summary and description of the […]

Lenten Lessons on the Mass 33: The Lord’s Prayer

March 27, 2026March 12, 2026 Articles, Lenten Lesson

There are seven petitions in this prayer Today’s Lenten Lesson: The Lord’s Prayer Do you know why the Our Father is called the Lord’s Prayer? The Our Father is called the “Lord’s Prayer” because it was given to us by Jesus Christ, Our Lord. He composed it. That’s why we stand up to pray it […]

Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s Beatification and New Series on Relevant Radio+

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s Beatification Date Set for September 24, 2026 The Church in the United States will mark a significant moment this year with the beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, scheduled for September 24 in St. Louis. This long-awaited recognition affirms the enduring impact of a man whose life was dedicated to preaching the […]

Lenten Lessons on the Mass 32: Eucharistic Prayer – Amen

March 26, 2026March 12, 2026 Articles, Lenten Lesson

It’s the same in multiple languages Today’s Lenten Lesson: The Eucharistic Prayer (7) Amen Do you remember that Amen song from the movie Lilies of the Field? It is such a simple word: Amen. And it seems to be exactly the same in English, German, French, Spanish, Latin, Greek, Aramaic, and Hebrew. That’s because it […]

Lenten Lessons on the Sacraments 32: Should I Attend A Priestly Ordination?

March 26, 2026February 18, 2026 Articles, Lenten Lessons on the Sacraments

Lesson 32 Should I Attend A Priestly Ordination? Welcome back to our Lenten Lessons on the Sacraments. Today we continue with Holy Orders, and since there are three degrees – bishop, priest, deacon – but only a limited amount of time, I think it will be most useful for this audience if I only […]

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