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Today's popular culture has helped form the notion of being 'spiritual' but not 'religious.'
By Bert Ghezzi. Six overlooked ways in which making the ancient sign opens Catholics to life-transforming graces
By Robert P. Lockwood. The U.S. bishops assumed that most Catholics would maintain the Friday abstinence. Wrong
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. Many of today’s Lutherans are closer to us than we may imagine. (Subscription required)
By Emily Stimpson. They tap into men's needs for moral guidance missing from today's culture
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. They were given the strength to go on, given hope when no rational hope seemed possible
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. Pew Forum survey reveals some startling statistics concerning what Americans know and don't know about religion. (Subscription required)
By Carl E. Olsen. Wisdom isn't right thinking or intellectual logic; but rather about right living and spiritual logic.
By Father Benedict Groeschel. Their unswerving dedication to the Church and integrity will be missed.
By Donnell Kirchner, C.Ss.R. Priests can teach that the secret to happiness is in loving the Lord.
In Focus article. By Mary DeTurris Poust. Retreats make her realize God was waiting for her to let go of worry
By Greg Erlandson. One pastor’s strategy for Lenten success: Focus on one ‘sin elimination,’ one ‘add’ and one ‘give up’
By Father Benedict Groeschel
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. There are innumerable accounts of Padre Pio... (Subscription required)
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. Book explores what it is that makes a priest a man of mystery.
By Jim Manney. St. Ignatius’ Examen teaches us to see God in what we think, do and feel every day. (Subscription required)
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R.
By Msgr. Thomas J. Morgan. Learning to embrace the shadow self is the beginning. (Subscription required)
By Terence P. Curley. Spirituality for the bereaved
By Maryann Gogniat Eidemiller. Spring cleaning isn’t just for windows and floors; how to bring light and order to your spiritual life
Our Takes
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. The film beautifully presents a very realistic picture of the religious life. (Subscription required)
By Woodeene Koenig-Bricker. Until Lent starts in February, we're in a liturgical transition phase. How to make the most of it
By Msgr. Thomas J. McDonnell
By Matthew Bunson, D.Min., M.Div. Dealing with the "spiritual but not religious"
By Mitch Finley. Licensed psychologist pioneered new territory when she began addressing the spiritual needs of people with mental illness
At a painfully early morning gathering, columnist is reminded of the camaraderie among men of faith
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. A Catholic Church is not a meeting house, but many have become such
By Father Robert Barron. Americans who hop from religion to religion are out of step with the adventurous God of the Bible
By Father Benedict Groeschel. At election time, clergy are faced with religious and spiritual considerations
By George Dmitry Gallaro
Free access for all visitors. Compiled by OSV staff. You picked em! The very best of the Catholic Web in four categories.
By John Norton. Geologists say that Japan’s massive earthquake shifted the Asian nation 13 feet closer to the United States.
This column has free access for all visitors. By John Norton. New annual special section on "Catholic seniors' retirement and assisted living"
By Lorene Hanley Duquin. Want a deeper bond with God? Spend time with the saints, confess and say 'thank you'
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. Guidelines on the use of psychological tests in preparation for ordination
Spirituality column by Fr. Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. To remain in the game, we played down some of the most important tenets of the Catholic faith.
There are seminaries that have begun a second spring
By Father Benedict Groeschel. Our government has told us that we must ignore our deeply held religious convictions...
Our salient comments on a Sioux Indian abortion law and mobile spirituality for Catholics on the go.
By Mary DeTurris Poust. How to wade a little deeper into the spiritual waters and strengthen your relationship with the Holy Trinity
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. A group of priests who need our understanding and support. (Subscription required)
Our Sunday Visitor's My Daily Visitor, reading, feast of the day, saint, Bible verse, meditation, and prayer.
Our Sunday Visitor's My Daily Visitor, reading, feast of the day, saint, Bible verse, meditation, and prayer.
Our Sunday Visitor's My Daily Visitor, reading, feast of the day, saint, Bible verse, meditation, and prayer.
By Donnell Kirchner, C.Ss.R. In the middle of a busy schedule
Monsignor Joseph M. Champlin's column how a priest sets priorities for his parish: spirituality and evangelization.
By Susan Paul Erschen. What about an annual ‘state of the parish’ report? (Subscription required)
By OSV staff. New titles to help Catholic individuals and families deepen their spirituality over the next 40 days
By Woodeene Koenig-Bricker. Over the centuries, God has inspired the creation of various religious orders, each of which possesses its own charism to address a particular need
A book review by Joyce Duriga of Father Raniero Cantalamessa's book, 'Sober Intoxication of the Spirit'
In Focus article by Barry Michaels. St. Francis's understanding of God, himself, other people, and the very world around him fuel Franciscan spirituality.
Homily Background for October 30, 2011 - Year A. (Subscription required)
A sin against the poor that cries to heaven for judgment. By Father Benedict Groeschel
By Thomas J. Craughwell. It is a quality we do not expect in saints
By Lindsay Ross. Three funny Catholics explain why lightening up a little is a must for followers of Christ
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. Showing off and making much noise by criticizing the Pope
Spring book reviews by Paul Thigpen
This column has free access for all visitors. By Greg Erlandson. The success of ‘Avatar’ offers a glimpse into the residual angst of our unprecedently blessed world
Spirituality: Enter Judas and the National Geographic by Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R.
Robert Lockwood reflects on the spirituality of the popular and long-running animated TV show, just in time for the new, feature-length movie.
You can turn both prosperity and adversity into spiritual benefits. An aritcle by Abba Theodore.
This article has free access for all visitors. By Marge Fenelon. When you least expect it, God has a miraculous way of showing us his presence; the trick is in knowing how to look for it
Let's face up to the fact that the Church in the English-speaking world desperately needs reform.
In Focus article. By Maryann Gogniat Eidemiller. Columnists on mature spirituality say forgiveness, deepened prayer are gifts that come with aging
Culture briefs for August 22, 2010
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. Many people years ago would never dream of approaching the Eucharist without confession first.
Catholic college special section article by Father Brendan Rolling. Mission director offers wisdom on how to make a trip spiritually meaningful. (Subscription required)
By J. Ronald Knott. Preaching can make priests holy. (Subscription required)
By Scott Alessi. New Pew Forum survey shows prison ministry fosters faith life and rehabilitation of inmates
When we enter deeply into the spirituality of the Eucharistic prayer we learn to pray as the Church prays
This article has free access for all visitors. By Mary DeTurris Poust. Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta’s simple yet profound spirituality, which calls us all to holiness, still resonates today, a century after her birth
By Robert P. Lockwood. This modern catchphrase, much like a childhood fantasy, offers little in terms of true fulfillment
Catholic colleges special section article by Maryann Gogniat Eidemiller. They remain enthusiastic about opportunities afforded to them.
Catholic organization provides spiritual lifeline that complements Alcoholics Anonymous
Catholic filmmaker challenges their assumptions about religion, God
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. The sins of the New York Times these days involve an abandoning of impartiality and an indulgence in bias.
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. An opportunity to teach the authenticCatholic understanding of marriage. (Subscription required)
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. Freudianism and its status in today's world
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. Deception of the A.P.A. study on homosexuality noted
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F. R. Pope Benedict XVI obviously knew he was endangering his life during every moment of his visit
By Father Benedict Groeschel. Will the United States go down the same path as Western Europe?
Book Reviews by Mark G. Boyer
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. There were some Catholics who thought that the pope's actions were uncalled for.
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. ‘There never was a better man around this place than Mr. Newman’
By Father Benedict Groeschel. Many of these things were important, although we didn't always realize that decades ago. (Subscription required)
Father Benedict Groeschel
By Father Benedict Groeschel
By Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. This wise priest was a great encouragement for those who quietly carry their crosses. (Subscription required)
Marian shrine a reminder of what classical Catholic art can be like. By Father Benedict Groeschel
By Father Benedict Groeschel
By Christopher Bailey. How do you talk to someone who rejects organized religion?
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