The church is called to pray. As disciples, we are called to have a personal life of prayer. As the body of believers – the church – we are called together to have a communal life of prayer. The two ...

George Lawler’s “Translation and Exposition of the Epistle of Jude says, “Praying in the Spirit is not speaking in tongues, but is praying out of hearts and souls that are indwelt, illuminated, and ...

Prayer is an important topic often addressed in sermons and Bible classes at church. The why, when, where, who, and what are frequently outlined: (1) Why is it important?; (2) When is it appropriate?; ...

The first novena ever prayed is the Pentecost Novena, or the Novena to the Holy Spirit. This year, it begins on Friday, May 19, and concludes on Saturday, May 27. Catholics worldwide often recite the ...

Pope Francis greets a woman during his general audience in the Paul VI hall at the Vatican Nov. 10, 2021. (CNS photo/Paul Haring) Below is the text of Pope Francis’ weekly Wednesday audience, ...

Last Sunday, Christians all over the world celebrated the day of Pentecost. This is one of the most important holidays in the Christian calendar although it is less popularised than Easter or ...

As we listen to the readings today about the final event in the life of Jesus on earth -- His leaving the earth and going to heaven -- we get an impression, I think, that everything is now well ...

The first novena ever prayed is the Pentecost Novena, or the Novena to the Holy Spirit. This year, it begins on Friday, May 27, and concludes on Saturday, June 4. Catholics worldwide often recite the ...

Because the Holy Spirit specializes in love and unity, Catholic couples should pray regularly for the Spirit to be present in their marriage, Pope Francis said. "Where the Holy Spirit enters, the ...