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St. Joseph: A True 'Man's Man', Calling All Men to Follow Jesus

"Jacob was the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary; of whom Jesus was born, he who is called Christ. Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child of the Holy Spirit; and her husband Joseph, being a just man and unwilling to put her to shame, resolved to send her away quietly. But as he considered this, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, "Joseph, ...

Embrace Mary's Love: Help Share the Light of Christ with Families

Dear Friends in Faith, In the spirit of Mary's profound love for her son, Jesus Christ, we at Catholic Online School are propelled by a mission to envelop the world in His teachings through accessible, compassionate education. With more than 1.24 million students enrolled globally, our commitment mirrors Mary's unwavering devotion--offering a beacon of knowledge and faith to families everywhere, free of charge. This labor of love, inspired by the Holy Mother's example, seeks to ensure that the ...

Where do the palms for Palm Sunday come from?

With Palm Sunday right around the corner, Catholics across the globe will soon be handed leaves as they walk into church. Some might fold them into elaborate little crosses. Kids will poke each other with them. But it's safe to say most won't know where they came from.

When Did We See You Hungry? Lent and the Love of Preference for the Poor

The option or love of preference for the poor. This is an option or a special form of primacy in the exercise of Christian charity to which the whole tradition of the church bears witness. It affects the life of each Christian inasmuch as he or she seeks to imitate the life of Christ, but it applies equally to our social responsibilities and hence to our manner of living, and to the logical decisions to be made concerning the ownership and use of goods.-Blessed John Paul II

St. Patrick Calls ALL Christians to be the Missionaries of this Age

I am a Catholic Christian who grew up in Boston, Massachusetts, with an Irish lineage. I have always loved St. Patrick's Day. The celebrations and the revelry seemed to provide a break from the intensity of our age and an opportunity to celebrate.

Here are more interesting facts about St. Patrick's Day few people know

Here are some more little-known facts about St. Patrick's Day.

6 FUN FACTS about St. Patrick and St. Patrick's Day that may surprise you!

St. Patrick's Day is nearly here, the time has come to join and celebrate the Catholic saint.

Bishop Emeritus's Letter to Bishops

My Dear Brother Bishops, I am compelled to speak to all of my brother bishops around the world, including Pope Francis, Bishop of Rome.�  In many ways, I am the least among you, but I share with you the anointing as a successor of the apostles and the call to guard the Deposit of Faith, and I speak to you in this spirit.

Your Love in Action: Make This Lent a Time of Transformation

In the heart of a small, bustling village, where life's simple pleasures are cherished, lives Evangeline, a young girl with an insatiable thirst for knowledge and an open heart to our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Her discovery of Catholic Online School opened not just the windows to her mind but also the doors to her soul, embarking her on a spiritual journey enriched by the teachings of the Catholic faith. As she delved into lessons of hope, forgiveness, and the miracles of Jesus, ...

Torn Temple Veils: Biden and French Prime Minister Reveal Shocking Ignorance of Abortion Loss

At that moment [Jesus died] the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. - Matthew 27:51 In his March 7 State of the Union Address to congress, President Biden echoed the call to remove all obstacles to abortion, including chemical abortion pills. To the Supreme Court justices sitting in the first row Biden snarled, "Roe v. Wade got it right."