The Pilgrim's Journey

Three Great Pilgrimages of Thanksgiving – One of Which We Can All Make This Thanksgiving

Andrea JLast Updated: February 16th, 2023Spiritual Reflections

Humankind is on a continuous journey toward communion with God – a pilgrimage that will never be complete until we reach the end of our earthly lives. Within the great pilgrimage of life itself, there are numerous smaller opportunities and reasons to go on physical pilgrimage to holy sites throughout the world. While many pilgrimages … Read More

The Rosary: Prayer of Power and Consequence

Stephanie EngelmanLast Updated: September 16th, 2020Italy, Spiritual Reflections

The Rosary has a long and rich history. While it’s origins are often disputed, one thing those who pray the Rosary can agree with is this: it is a prayer of great power and consequence. From turning the winds to bring about victory in battle, to turning a satanist into a saint, this prayer of … Read More

Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Purgatory?

Stephanie EngelmanLast Updated: November 2nd, 2017Spiritual Reflections

Purgatory is a teaching of the Catholic Church that is often maligned and misunderstood. However, this teaching is supported by scripture (see 2 Mac 12:45,1 Cor 3:12-15, and 2 Timothy 1:18 to name a few) and was supported by the Church fathers, including St. Augustine, St. Ambrose, and St. Jerome. So the question remains: How … Read More