Let Us Observe the 33rd World Day of the Sick and the Memorial of Our Lady of Lourdes On February 11, 2025 we observe the 33rd World Day of the Sick, a day dedicated to praying for the sick and suffering. Instituted by Pope John Paul II, this day reminds Catholics to support those in illness, including…
Tragically, more than 700,000 people die by suicide in the world each year.1 It may be surprising to hear, suicide is the second leading cause of death in those age 10 to 34.2 The cause of suicide is not clearly understood, however, many factors across a life-span often contribute to suicidal behaviors. Risk factors or…
The first four days fall of March fall during the liturgical season known as Tempus per Annum or Ordinary Time (formerly known as Time after Epiphany) which is represented by the liturgical color green. Green, the symbol of hope, is the color of the sprouting seed and arouses in the faithful the hope of reaping the eternal harvest of heaven,…
When Jesus saw the crowds, his heart was moved with compassion, and he sent his disciples to proclaim the Kingdom of Heaven, heal the sick, and freely share the gifts they had freely received.