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Pope Francis’ Visitation to Asia Pope Francis landed at 7.20 am (Rome time, 2.20 pm local time) in Dli, East Timor, beginning the third leg of his apostolic journey to Asia and Oceania. Pope Francis’ visitation to Asia is currently on a significant apostolic journey to Southeast Asia and Oceania. As of early September 2024,…

Catholicism is the Christian faith, tradition, and practices followed by the Roman Catholic Church, which is the largest Christian denomination in the world, with over a billion members. The term “Catholic” comes from the Greek word “katholikos,” meaning “universal.” The Church considers itself the one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church, claiming an unbroken line of…

The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, also known as the Birth of the Virgin Mary, is a Christian feast day celebrating the birth of Mary, the mother of Jesus. This feast is observed on September 8th by both the Western Church (Roman Catholic Church) and the Eastern…

Sacred vessels pictures Priest’s Chalice – The priest will use the Chalice on the during the Eucharistic prayer. Communion Cup – The cup used at mass to serve the Blood of Christ by the priest(s), deacon(s), and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHCs). Ciborium – The large vessel (with a lid not shown) is used to hold the Blessed Sacrament…

Transfiguration of Jesus The Transfiguration of Jesus is an event described in the New Testament where Jesus is transfigured and becomes radiant upon a mountain. This event is significant in Christian theology and is described in the Gospels of Matthew (17:1-8), Mark (9:2-8), and Luke (9:28-36). Here are some key details: The Transfiguration of Jesus…

Baptism Baptism is the first of seven sacraments and the way in which a person becomes a member of the Catholic Church. As we look deeper into this topic we will cover several aspects. Who Can Receive a Catholic Baptism? Anyone who has not already been baptized can receive the sacrament of Baptism in the Catholic Church. The Catechism…

Relics of Saints The term “relic” originates from the Latin word “reliquiae,” which denotes an item, typically a portion of a body or garment, that endures as a tribute to a deceased saint. A relic may be the bodily remains of a saint or one of the saint’s belongings. Many other cultures and religious systems…

The Sacrament Of Holy Orders REASON FOR THE NAME OF THIS SACRAMENT: “ORDERS” 1537 In Roman antiquity, the term “order” denoted a recognized civil entity, particularly a governing body. Ordinatio is the word for inclusion within an ordo. Within the Church, there are established bodies that Tradition has named taxeis (Greek for “orders”) or ordines…

Litany of the Blessed Sacrament by St. Peter Julian Eymard (1811-1868)Founder of the Blessed Sacrament Father Lord, have mercy, R. Lord, have mercy.Christ, have mercy, Christ, have mercy.Lord, have mercy, Lord, have mercy.Christ, hear us, Christ, hear us.Christ, graciously hear us, Christ, graciously hear us.God the Father of Heaven, have mercy on us.God the Son, Redeemer of the world, have mercy on…

Saints In Catholic Church The Process of Canonization 1. Servant of God 2. Venerable 3. Beatification 4. Canonization Roles and Significance of Saints Intercessors Patron Saints Examples of Notable Saints St. Francis of Assisi (1181/1182–1226) St. Teresa of Calcutta (1910–1997) St. Augustine of Hippo (354–430) Relics and Veneration Types of Relics Veneration Practices Theological and…