Marriage: history of a sacrament
How was marriage born and when did it become a sacrament regulated by ecclesiastical laws? Let us briefly review some highlights of the history of this sacred bond
Marriage: history of a sacrament
How was marriage born and when did it become a sacrament regulated by ecclesiastical laws? Let us briefly review some highlights of the history of this sacred bond
From rosary to painting: some wedding gift ideas
Let's look together at some of the most popular gifts for Catholic weddings. These include also a personalised statue of the Virgin Mary.
Pope's Apostolic Journey to Budapest comes to an end. The bread, symbol of life was his gift
Bread, the consumable product as a gift from the Hungarians to the Pontiff. A simple but meaningful sign, as well as a symbol of good luck.
The Rosary and its mysteries: a prayer journey
A religious article that has always gone along with faithful in their prayers. The main moments of Jesus' life are recalled with the prayer of the rosary.
The tradition of the statue of Our Lady running
Let’s see together one of the oldest Easter rites in Italy. A celebration with medieval roots and which is a good omen for the current year if the statue of Mary does not fall.
Holy Thursday: a sharing moment before the crucifixion
Today we talk about the Last Supper, a moment perfectly depicted by the well-known painter Leonardo da Vinci. It is interesting the representation of Judas, the traitor.
Statue of Our Lady of Banneux: the story of Mariette
The apparition of Our Lady of the Poor brought a little girl back to the prayer of the rosary. After eight meetings with the Virgin, a small chapel was built starting on the 25th May 1933.
Las Lajas: the church suspended in the Colombian canyon
The sanctuary dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary is impressive not only for its fibreglass mosaics, but above all for its location in a picturesque environment such as the Colombian canyon.
Roman chasuble: from travelling cloak to precious vestment
Formerly confused with the classic chasuble, the Roman chasuble had major and important changes starting from the 14th Century, first and foremost the elimination of sleeves.
The Number forty in both Old and New Testaments
The forty beyond Lent. Many different episodes take up this number which has a thousand of meanings. A period of journey, purification, but above all a testing period.
Towards the Annunciation: the meaning of the date and the history of the place
The solemnity of the 25th March will soon be celebrated. Nowadays, part of the walls of the Annunciation place is located in an Italian basilica. Let's see how and why this relocation from Nazareth.
San Vitale mosaics and their aura of holiness
Mosaics of the Basilica of San Vitale are not only known for their richness and holiness, but above all for the way the mosaic tiles were placed.
The first Catholic cathedral in Biškek: a historical event
In the middle of Kirghizstan, the capital of a predominantly Muslim nation, a first Catholic cathedral will rise. A signal of the strong Christian presence.
Religious favours: a precious memento of holy sacraments
In Italy, it is common to give customised favours with religious articles such as rosaries, crosses or medals. Let's see what are the differences between favours for Communion and favours for Confirmation.
Chalice and ciborium: two essential liturgical supplies for the Eucharist
During the celebration of the First Communion, but in general of the Eucharist, the priest uses several liturgical supplies. Two of these: The gold or silver chalice and the ciborium.
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