The 5th annual conference will focus on looking to the “mind, body and soul” in seeking innovative health care solutions. The Vatican is hosting a three-day virtual conference on health care that features a diverse panel of physicians, scientists faith leaders, philanthropists, CEOs and influencers. Entitled “Exploring the Mind, Body & Soul. How Innovation and
The famous composer was raised in the Russian Orthodox tradition, and came to have an appreciation for the spiritual riches of the Catholic Church. Igor Stravinsky, who died 50 years ago this past April, was the most famous composer of the 20th century. Best known for his vibrant early ballets on Slavic themes (The Firebird,
OSV Institute hopes to encourage new initiatives to help the world “encounter Christ’s love.” The OSV Institute for Catholic Innovation announced today that they have received a record-breaking number of applicants for a competition designed to encourage innovative ideas to help further the mission of the Catholic Church. Nearly 600 applicants entered the 2021 OSV
Visitors will be able to stand in the arena, just as Christian martyrs did. Plans are underway to install a floor in Rome’s ancient Colosseum, the site of Christian executions and gladiator contests. Within two years, visitors will be able to stroll out into the center of the arena and imagine themselves in the position
Feel closer to Mary with these simple ideas. May is a month devoted to the Blessed Virgin, so you might want to consider all the different ways you can invite Mary into your life. Celebrate her in song While there are prayers we can say to Mary, why not try your hand at singing? There
On this Feast of St. Joseph the Worker, Vatican announces that titles given by recent popes will be included in Litany. The Vatican announced on this Feast of St. Joseph the Worker that Pope Francis has approved the addition of seven new invocations to the Litany of St. Joseph. A note from the Congregation for
David Wesley compresses the vast catalog of Christian music into one fantastic performance. The sacred music style sure has changed a lot over the centuries. Where the tones change, however, the content remains largely the same. Each tune is tailored to the times, drawing the faithful in with familiar chord progressions to better receive the
In a video message, Francis welcomes the beatification of Jose Gregorio Hernandez. He was a man who “loved knowledge, research, science, at the service of health and teaching.” And he was a man who “made the Gospel the criterion of his life, sought his vocation, kept the commandments, participated daily in the Eucharist, devoted time
Nothing and everything: Why poetry matters
Holy Rosary Aleteia April 28, 2021
Poetry is charged with speaking of what is often left unsaid — the “ordinary moments,” the“tiny bit,” and the “infinitesimally small changes.” It’s about nothing and everything. That was my reaction the first time I read Seamus Heaney’s poem, “Clearances.” It was, in particular, the third sonnet (of eight) that gripped me and has never
The exhibit, marking the 850th anniversary of his death, will be the most extensive look at St.Thomas’ life to date. A fragment of the skull of St. Thomas Becket is set to go on rare display at the British Museum. The first-class relic, which has survived since 1170, will be the centerpiece of the exhibit.
Daily Readings
- Friday of the Fifth Week of Easter May 7, 2021Reading I Acts 15:22-31 The Apostles and presbyters, in agreement with the whole Church, decided to choose representatives and to send them to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas. The ones chosen were Judas, who was called Barsabbas, and Silas, leaders among the brothers. This is the letter delivered by them: “The Apostles and the presbyters, […]
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ary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
