Father Hugues Paul grew up in a rural Haitian community that often went nearly a year without the Eucharist, sparking his desire to serve as a priest.
St. Stanisław Kazimierczyk was a patron saint of World Youth Day in 2016 when it was hosted in Krakow, Poland.
New reflections from a physician suggest that Sunday Mass may be doing more for body and soul than many realize.
Go deeper in your faith by learning more about the Holy Mass. These 5 fantastic resources will help you appreciate it like never before.
What began as a simple idea between friends has quietly turned into something far more meaningful.
Gathered together at Mass, Jesus' Body and Blood nourish us, so that we too may become witnesses of his Resurrection, as St. Thomas was.
There are even certain circumstances when Roman Catholics are instructed to stand, instead of kneel, during the 50 days of Easter.
Sometimes thieves are not interested in the hosts, but in the gold tabernacle, tossing Jesus into the gutter.
The Passion readings on Palm Sunday and Good Friday are the longest readings of the year -- and for many of us the hardest to endure.
Often all a person needs is a friendly invitation from someone they trust, such as a friend, relative, or co-worker — someone like you.
Amid the glamor and nerves of Hollywood’s biggest weekend, Nicole Kidman revealed a simple practice that helps keep her grounded.
After the Blessed Virgin Mary, Sts. Perpetua and Felicity are the first women mentioned during the Eucharistic prayer at Mass.
Before a major performance, Matteo Bocelli chose something quietly familiar, offering a timely Lenten reminder.
He finally discovered his mission in life after hearing the priest recite the Gospel at daily Mass.
While non-Catholics are not allowed to receive the Holy Eucharist, they are invited and welcome to receive ashes on their forehead.
The short answer is Yes, though it is not the preferred way of celebrating Mass in the eyes of the Catholic Church.
A beautiful new resource is making it easier for those who are neurodivergent to feel at home at Mass.
