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A Simple Roadmap to Show That Jesus Is God
Before anyone responds with insults or accusations, let us slow down and examine what Scripture actually says about Jesus Christ. This is not merely a disagreement about words. The identity of Jesus is at the heart of the Christian faith. Is Jesus a created angel, as Jehovah’s Witnesses teach, or is He the eternal Son…
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Jesus Is the Answer to a Fractured Generation
“Come to me, all you that labour, and are burdened, and I will refresh you.”— Matthew 11:28 (Douay-Rheims) We live in a generation that has never been more connected, yet never felt more alone. Our phones are full, but our hearts are empty. We have information at our fingertips, but wisdom seems harder to find…
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The Fleur-de-Lis and the Virgin Mary: The Hidden Catholic Meaning Behind One of History’s Most Beautiful Symbols
Walk through an old Catholic cathedral. Look closely at stained glass windows, carved altars, illuminated manuscripts, or ancient vestments, and you’ll likely notice a beautiful three-petaled flower appearing again and again. It is the fleur-de-lis. Many people recognize it as a symbol of French royalty or medieval heraldry. Others see it on sports logos, family…
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The Trisagion: The Ancient Prayer That Sounds Like Heaven
Some prayers feel as though they were written for a quiet room. The Trisagion feels as though it belongs before the throne of God. Its name comes from the Greek word trisagion, meaning “thrice holy.” The prayer is brief: Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us. Traditionally, it is prayed…
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Genesis 3:15, Jerome, and the Woman Who Crushes the Serpent
Some Protestants claim that Catholics invented Marian doctrine by mistranslating Genesis 3:15. The accusation usually goes like this: St. Jerome changed the Bible from “he shall crush your head” to “she shall crush your head” in order to force Mary into the text. That charge sounds powerful. It is also historically shallow. The truth is…
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Rosemary and the Blessed Virgin Mary: The Beautiful Catholic Tradition Behind the “Rose of Mary”
Among the many plants that have become associated with the Blessed Virgin Mary throughout Christian history, few are as beloved as rosemary. Its fragrant evergreen leaves, delicate blue flowers, and enduring symbolism have made it a cherished plant in Catholic homes, monasteries, and Marian gardens for centuries. Although Sacred Scripture never mentions rosemary by name,…
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Why Does the San Damiano Cross Look So Different?
Have you ever wondered why the San Damiano Cross looks so different from most crucifixes? This is the famous cross before which Saint Francis of Assisi prayed in the small, deteriorating church of San Damiano. According to the earliest Franciscan tradition, while Francis knelt before the image, Christ spoke to him: “Francis, go and repair…
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Our Lady’s Little Beetle: The Catholic Story Behind the Ladybug
The ladybug is one of the smallest and most familiar creatures in nature. Its bright red wings and gentle appearance have delighted children and gardeners for generations. Yet behind its common name lies an old Catholic tradition connecting this humble insect with the Blessed Virgin Mary. According to a story passed down in medieval Europe,…
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The Marian History of Los Angeles
Los Angeles has a deeply Marian origin. Its very name recalls the Blessed Virgin Mary under the title Our Lady, Queen of the Angels. The Franciscan beginning On August 2, 1769, the Franciscan missionary Father Juan Crespí and the expedition of Gaspar de Portolá reached a river in Southern California. August 2 was traditionally associated…
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Does God Ignore the Prayers of Husbands Who Mistreat Their Wives?
Many Christians have heard that God answers prayer, but few realize that Scripture also teaches there are circumstances in which our prayers can be hindered. One of the most sobering examples is found in God’s warning to husbands. A Warning Every Christian Husband Should Read St. Peter writes: “Ye husbands likewise, dwell with them according…