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Nine Saints to Meet in Honor of Black History Month

Nine Saints to Meet in Honor of Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month, here is a list of nine Black Saints and their stories that are worth knowing.

Up and Down Emmitsburg, Maryland: A Spiritual Journey

Up and Down Emmitsburg, Maryland: A Spiritual Journey

On the Feast of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, travel the mountains and valleys of Maryland where she lived and worked and grew in holiness—all out of love for God.
The Holy Name of Jesus: A Name Foretold

The Holy Name of Jesus: A Name Foretold

During the month of January, which is dedicated to the Holy Name of Jesus, let us speak His name with love and reverence, ever more aware of the power, sweetness, and beauty that it holds.
Two Helpful Tips for Praying the Rosary With Greater Devotion

Two Helpful Tips for Praying the Rosary With Greater Devotion

On the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, here are two helpful tips for praying the Rosary that will keep this prayer alive in our hearts.

Christmas Octave: Simple and Intentional Liturgical Living

Christmas Octave: Simple and Intentional Liturgical Living

Christmas Day is just the beginning. Here is a list of simple ways to celebrate the birth of Christ throughout the entire Christmas Octave.

On the Feast of Saint Nicholas

On the Feast of Saint Nicholas

On the Feast of Saint Nicholas, learn about this generous saint and how his example is the perfect model as we prepare for Christmas.
Why the Saints are So Great?

Why the Saints are So Great

There are a few Saints who have been named “Great,” like Saint Gertrude the Great, whose feast we celebrate today. But aren’t all the Saints great? (The answer is of course, yes.)
On the Feast of Saint Luke

On the Feast of Saint Luke

On the Feast of Saint Luke, we explore the unique distinctions among the four Gospel writers.
BIS Planner: How it Makes the Best Use of My Time

BIS Planner: How it Makes the Best Use of My Time

The 2025 calendar-year planner is here! Learn how it ebbs and flows with the liturgical seasons and helps to organize all aspects of life.
Padre Pio: When Prayer Works

Padre Pio: When Prayer Works

On his feast day, get to know Saint Pio of Pietrelcina.
Marian Summit: Join Us to Grow Closer to Mary Through Her Ten Virtues

Marian Summit: Grow Closer to Mary Through Her Ten Virtues

Join us for the Blessed is She Marian Summit, beginning this Thursday, August 15. For three days, we will hear from speakers about the ten virtues of Mary and how we can live these virtues well in our own lives.
Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross + Her Message to Women

Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross + Her Message to Women

In her message to women, Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross explains how love means to embrace an encounter with the Cross in some form. And an encounter with the Cross is an invitation to an encounter with Christ.