The Holy Crusade of the High Priest

From the pre-Lent, “Gesima” Sundays onward, Holy Mother Church began her plunge into liturgical death. At first we lost the “Alleluia,” the Gloria, and on Sundays we dressed in penitential violet to herald the proximity of Lent. With Lent, these privations applied every day, with the exception of our great feasts. Moreover, we became stiller […]

EWTN Reporter’s Notebook: Malta Welcomes 3rd Pope to Its Sacred Shores

Courtney Mares/Colm Flynn (Clockwise from L-R) Basilica of the National Shrine of the Blessed Virgin of Ta’ Pinu on the island of Gozo. Sculptured wall showing the Blessed Mother holding the baby Jesus. Evening shot of Valletta, Malta. Maltese shared their anticipation ahead of the April 2-3 trip.

St. Francis of Paola, Pray For Us!

After Gaspare Diziani (1689-1767), “St. Francis of Paola” St. Francis of Paola was the founder of Eventually others joined him, leading to formation of his order. They were styled the “Minims,” because they sought to be the least of all religious, and lived a severe spirituality.