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Easter’s Aftermath: Victory > Discouragement

Easter’s Aftermath: Victory > Discouragement

Victory does not erase struggle. The Resurrection does not exempt us from challenges. Life has a way of reminding us that the battle is not over.

Of Hobbits, Popes, Rings, and Mercy

Of Hobbits, Popes, Rings, and Mercy

The hero’s journey does not culminate in flawless strength but in mercy, which transforms brokenness, bringing love into the world.

 

Easter Is Not Just a Day: Five Ways to Live the Resurrection All Season Long

Easter Is Not Just a Day: Five Ways to Live the Resurrection All Season Long

With fifty days of Easter celebration ahead of us, here are five ways to keep Resurrection joy alive throughout the entire season.

Myrrhbearers: The Women Who Walked With Jesus to the Cross

Myrrhbearers: The Women Who Walked With Jesus to the Cross

Meet the Myrrhbearers, the eight women, who were present at Jesus' death, and discover how we are invited to be among them.

Three Crowns From Mary, Worn During Easter

Three Crowns From Mary, Worn During Easter

During the Easter season, Mary offers us three crowns to wear in honor of her Son, the Risen King: one of hope, one of love, and one of joy.

Liturgical Living During the Easter Season

Liturgical Living During the Easter Season

Looking for ways to live liturgically during the Easter season? Here are eight ideas to consider.

Experiencing God Through the Colors of Easter

Experiencing God Through the Colors of Easter

This Easter, take a moment to see God in the beauty that surrounds you. Let color remind us of our redemption, renewal, and hope in Christ.

The Sacred Paschal Triduum: Three Days Immersed in Mystery

The Sacred Paschal Triduum: Three Days Immersed in Mystery

The Triduum is one long liturgy that holds the greatest mysteries of our faith. Learn about its three parts and how it could transform your final days of Holy Week.

This Easter: Join Us for The Well Overflow

This Easter: Join Us for The Well Overflow

The Well Overflow is all about our mission as baptized Christians to share the Good News with others, not on our own but in companionship with one another. Sign up today; it begins Easter Monday.

The Women at the Tomb - Blessed Is She

Les femmes au tombeau

Au cours des siècles, de nombreux arguments faisant fi de la validité de la Résurrection ont émergé. En fait, les diverses explications ont commencé le jour même de l'histoire où...
Easter Basket Ideas for Kids - Blessed Is She

Idées de paniers de Pâques pour les enfants

En grandissant, mon panier de Pâques était rempli uniquement de bonbons. Je l'ai aimé! Après avoir jeûné de bonbons et de sucreries pendant près de six semaines, un panier de...
Liturgical Living Ideas for Divine Mercy Sunday - Blessed Is She

Idées de vie liturgique pour le dimanche de la miséricorde divine

Parlez au monde entier de Mon inconcevable miséricorde. Je désire que la Fête de la Miséricorde soit un refuge et un abri pour toutes les âmes, et spécialement pour les...