Prayer

Why Do We Pray?

Why Do We Pray?

St. Therese said, “Prayer is a surge of the heart…a cry of recognition and of love.” Here she is referring to our hearts, our cries. But I think she would readily agree we could look at prayer from a different angle.

Pray the Rosary for Peace

Pray the Rosary for Peace

Aside from the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, the Rosary is the most powerful weapon in our arsenal. Our Lady told the shepherd children, “The Rosary can stop wars, bring world peace and convert sinners.”

Keeping Faith Alive During the Dark Nights of Life

Keeping Faith Alive During the Dark Nights of Life

An honest cry for help cannot be ignored by the living God. “Lord, I believe. Help my unbelief.” Scripture teaches us how to cry out to God. This cry from the heart doesn’t have to be refined. It may only be a groan in the depths of the heart, but He will understand. He promised that His Word is a shield in time of battle. Shields don’t help unless we use them…