The pretzel has a deep spiritual meaning for Lent. In fact, it was the ancient Christian Lenten bread as far back as the fourth century. In the old Roman Empire,...
Lent and the Pretzel
The Parables
When Jesus was with us on earth and ministering to his followers, he often told them stories called parables that would illustrate an important point. Jesus, knew that by telling...
Faith in the Fire
...walking in the flames and praying aloud. Today’s passage is a part of their long prayer of praise and thanksgiving. The king watched in amazement. The fourth figure that appeared...
The Gathering
...gesture in prayer is and always will be the sign of the Cross. It is a way of confessing Christ crucified with one’s very body” (Pope Benedict XVI). It is...