Josemaria Escriva’s “17 Signs of a Lack of Humility”
In his book, The Way, Furrow, The Forge, St Josemaria Escriva lists 17 signs of humility. If we’re honest, these 17 signs of a lack of humility are not unfamiliar… Read more »
Prayer to Redeem Lost Time by Teresa of Avila
Many of us who are converts or reverts to Catholicism, experience frustration and sorrow at having wasted so many years doing evil instead of good. Teresa Avila’s “Prayer to Redeem… Read more »
A Prayer for Deceased Mothers by St Augustine
This prayer for deceased mothers, is an excerpt from the Confessions, where St Augustine prays for his beloved deceased mother, St Monica. It can be prayed for deceased mothers. “O… Read more »
An Act of Contrition
This traditional act of contrition is a favorite among Catholics. Even though there are other variations, we find ourselves coming back to this one over and over. Oh, my God,I… Read more »
27 Quotes on the Cross to Encourage You When Life Gets Hard
Jesus said, “Take up thy cross”. In fact, one cannot be a Saint without embracing one’s cross to some degree. Here are 27 quotes about the cross, which should inspire… Read more »
Radiating Christ Prayer
Our Lord told us that we are the light of the world. Nothing we do should bring shame to the Gospel. The Radiating Christ prayer reminds us daily that we… Read more »
Depressed When You Fall Into Sin? Check Your Pride
Below are excerpts from a wonderful little book called “Humility of Heart” by Fr Cajetan Mary. Are you depressed when you fall into sin? It may be a pride issue…. Read more »
Recite the Salutations to Mary for the Conversion of Sinners
The Salutations to Mary were written by St John Eudes (1601-1680) and this version was promoted by Fr Paul of Moll (1824-1896). He asked that we recite these salutations for… Read more »
Courtship Passivity: A Desire to Get Married Without Action is Just a Wish
Antoine de Saint-Exupery (1900-1944) was a French pioneering aviator, poet, writer and aristocrat, who penned the phrase, “A goal without action is just a wish”. In the same way, a… Read more »
PRAYER TO ST RAPHAEL FOR THE WISE CHOICE OF A MARRIAGE PARTNER
If you are praying for a spouse and you want help in discerning wisely, pray the prayer to “St Raphael for the Wise Choice of a Marriage Partner. “ O… Read more »