Why do we have Hot Cross buns? What is a witness walk? Why is Good Friday traditionally a good day for planting seeds? And why do we call it "Good" Friday? Discover the customs and traditions associated with Good Friday in this blog.
How does the Pope mark Maundy Thursday? Why does the Queen give out Maundy Money? Where does the word "Maundy" come from? Discover the customs and traditions for Maundy Thursday in this blog.
Discover the history of the consecration of Russia - and the world - to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. In this blog, we explain when Our Lady first asked for this consecration and why, what happened at the various attempts by Popes to perform the consecration and why they were unsuccessful, and the incredible result of Pope John Paul II's successful consecration in 1984.
Why was a man of peace like Jesus condemned to death on a Cross? Why did Jesus have to redeem us on the Cross, of all places? Did Jesus really experience fear of death? Understand the crucifixion and death of Jesus and what it means for Christians in this blog.
When it comes to getting married in a Catholic church, there are certain rules about what can and cannot be done. In this blog, find answers to common questions, such as "If my fiance isn't Catholic, can we still get married in a Catholic Church?" and "Can we write our own vows?"
Viewed as old-fashioned, out of date, and out of touch, chastity is not popular with today's world. Yet two young women who loved Jesus more than any other man in the world and who lived 1700 years apart, thought that chastity was worth dying for. Be inspired by the stories of St Agnes and Bl Albertina Berkenbrock as you embrace chastity in your own life.
