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Embracing the Octave for Christian Unity as Catholics

Praying for Unity: Embracing the Octave for Christian Unity as Catholics Every year, from January 18th to January 25th, Christians around the world observe the Week (or Octave) of Prayer for Christian Unity. This special time invites us, as Catholics, to join our fellow Christians in praying for greater unity among all followers of Christ….

A Word and a Saint for 2025: Setting Your Spiritual Focus for the Year Ahead
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A Word and a Saint for 2025: Setting Your Spiritual Focus for the Year Ahead

If you’ve listened to Fairest Love’s latest podcast: Single, Not Stalled, you’ve probably heard Katie and Monica talking about picking a word and a Saint to set your focus for 2025. This time of year, many of us feel inspired to set goals or resolutions that reflect the changes we hope to see in our…

Building Better Habits: How to Create Lasting Change This Year
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Building Better Habits: How to Create Lasting Change This Year

The start of a new year often brings with it the motivation to make positive changes in our lives. Whether it’s improving our spiritual life, enhancing our mental well-being, or taking better care of our physical health, this fresh beginning feels like the perfect time to form new habits. But as many of us have…

Setting New Year’s Resolutions for a Balanced and Fulfilling Year
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Setting New Year’s Resolutions for a Balanced and Fulfilling Year

As the new year approaches, many of us begin to reflect on what we want to accomplish in the months ahead. New Year’s resolutions offer a fresh start—a chance to set meaningful goals that will help us grow spiritually, mentally, physically, professionally, and relationally. But it’s important to set resolutions that nurture balance in every…

What St. John Paul II Says About Human Dignity and Sexuality
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What St. John Paul II Says About Human Dignity and Sexuality

St. John Paul II was a prolific teacher on human sexuality, emphasizing its deep connection to the dignity of the human person. Through his writings and Wednesday audiences, he reminded us that human sexuality is not merely a physical act but a profound expression of love that reflects the image of God. St. John Paul…

How the Holy Family Serves as the Perfect Model for Family Life
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How the Holy Family Serves as the Perfect Model for Family Life

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph stands as the perfect model for family life and how it should be—rooted in love, faith, and the practice of virtues. In their lives, we find guidance and inspiration for how to build and nurture our own families, ensuring that they are places of holiness. The Saints…

St Josemaria Escriva on living freedom as Christians
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Living Freedom as Christians: Insights from St. Josemaria

As we approach the celebration of the birthday of the United States on Independence Day, the teachings of St. Josemaria Escriva on the virtue of freedom can offer profound insights into understanding this virtue and implementing it in our own lives. St. Josemaria emphasized that real freedom is deeply intertwined with the pursuit of holiness…

St. Josemaria, St. Teresa of Avila, St. Ignatious of Loyola, St. John Henry Newman
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Words from the Saints to Overcome Selfishness

Surrounded by the constant push to seek self-gratification through material goods and excessive personal care, it can be a challenge not to fall prey to selfishness. But we are blessed to have powerful words from the saints to help guide us away from the inclination to selfish desires and direct our intentions towards the service…

Beautiful art on display
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7 Quotes from Holy Men & Women on Beauty & Art

Beauty provides an opportunity to pause and consider a given piece of art, a moment of silence or on nature itself. The saints and leaders of the Church recognize the significance of beauty when seeking God in the day-to-day. We want to share 7 quotes from holy men & women on beauty & art that…

The Tradition of the Nativity Scene
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The Tradition of the Nativity Scene

In the heart of many homes, a cherished tradition unfolds each Advent season—the setting up of a nativity scene, or as it is traditionally called a creche. Originating in 13th-century Italy, often credited to Saint Francis of Assisi, this beloved tradition has since spread worldwide, becoming a symbol of the true essence of Christmas. As…

3 Prayers for Deceased Family Members
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3 Prayers for Deceased Family Members

During the month of November, we remember all of the Saints who have gone before us to light the way to Eternal Life. We also remember those amongst our own families and friends who have passed away in hope of salvation. Here are three prayers for deceased family members and friends that we can pray…

Teaching Our Children to Pray to the Archangels
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Teaching Our Children to Pray to the Archangels

At the end of September, we celebrate two very special feast days, the Feast of the Archangels and the Guardian Angels. We can teach our children about angels at a very young age and share the great help that they are. The Archangels are also wonderful allies that may guide us to discern God’s will…