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Advent Traditions
During this busy time of year, Advent traditions help give fresh meaning to the holidays and make it easy to celebrate Advent as a family.
Eucharistic Ministry at Santa Cruz, CA Hospital
Not all volunteer jobs allow one to set their own hours and come away feeling immediate positive results from the experience.
St. Martin's Day
Catholics in Germany mark the feast day of St. Martin with bonfires and a parade of lanterns, an old tradition that is still alive and well.
What are the Cenacles of Life and How to Join
Catholic Church parishes can form Cenacles of Life to pray the rosary to further the pro-life movement in America.
The Sacrament of the Eucharist
The Holy Mass and the celebration of the Eucharist are the height and summit of Catholic worship.
The Sacrament of Confirmation
The Sacrament of Confirmation fills the baptized soul with the life of the Holy Spirit.
The Sacrament of Baptism
Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole of Christian Life.
Respect Life Month Observed in October
Begun in 1972, the Respect Life Program provides church teaching on the value and dignity of human life to the Catholic community and the public.
Advent Wreath with Children
Advent is a time of spiritual preparation. Using an Advent wreath gives children and families a visible symbol of "waiting for Christmas."
The Promises of the Rosary
The Rosary is a very powerful prayer according to the Roman Catholic Church. Through faith and devotion it reportedly offers special graces, protections and miracles.
Helping Preschoolers Learn Bedtime Prayers
Parents can teach preschoolers simple bedtime prayers to help them learn how to pray.
How to Teach Toddlers to Pray at Night
Toddlers thrive on bedtime rituals and can be taught simple bedtime prayers to help them learn how to pray.
A Modern Icon of the Virgin Mary
A work of art painted to represent the re-birth of an ancient English shrine to Our Lady contains images of the Virgin Mary, the rosary and the flowering of Christianity.
What are Scapulars?
Today, Catholics commonly use many different scapulars. Find out about their origin, history, and the various types of devotional scapulars.