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The Month of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Simple Catholic Devotions for May
In the Catholic Church, May is traditionally set aside to honour the Blessed Virgin Mary, our spiritual mother and Queen of Heaven. For many converts - including myself - growing in devotion to Mary can feel uncomfortable. But reading about how the saints loved her, and how she always leads us closer to Jesus, has helped me open my heart. I’m still growing in my relationship with Mary, but I now see her as a true mother - gentle, loving, and always pointing me toward her Son. As St. Maximilian Kolbe said, "Never be afraid of loving the Blessed Virgin...
The Month of the Holy Eucharist: Simple Catholic Devotions for April
Blessed Sacrament Eucharist Monthly Devotion
April is dedicated to the Holy Eucharist, a time to reflect on the real presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. This month invites us to deepen our love for the Eucharist, grow in devotion, and draw closer to Christ, who offers Himself to us as the Bread of Life. The Institution of the Holy Eucharist is commemorated on Holy Thursday, during the Last Supper, when Jesus took bread and wine and declared, “This is My Body... This is My Blood” (Matthew 26:26-28). As Catholics, we believe that Christ is truly present in the Eucharist - Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. Receiving...
The Month of St. Joseph: Simple Catholic Devotions for March
In the Catholic Church, March is dedicated to honouring St. Joseph, making it the perfect time to get to know him better and reflect on his virtues of humility, faith, and steadfast devotion, and inspiring us to live with purpose and compassion in our daily lives. St. Joseph's feast day is March 19. He is the patron saint of the Universal Church, Families, Fathers, Workers, a Happy Death and much more. Here are some ideas to deepen your devotion to St. Joseph: (This post contains affiliate links to a couple of books I genuinely love. If you choose to purchase through...
The Month of the Holy Family: Simple Catholic Devotions for February
February is dedicated to honouring the Holy Family, offering us a special opportunity to deepen our devotion and strengthen our family life. The Holy Family stands as the ultimate model for all families. In a 2001 Angelus address, St. John Paul II referred to “the family of Nazareth as a model for every home.” Here are some ways to honour the Holy Family and invite their guidance into your home this month: Consecrate your family to the Holy Family - commit your family to their intercession and example. Pray a decade (or more) of the Rosary together each evening, asking...
Litany of Saint Michael
Litany of Saint Michael(For private use only.) Lord, have mercy on us.Christ, have mercy on us.Lord, have mercy on us. Christ, hear us.Christ, graciously hear us.God the Father of Heaven,Have mercy on us.God the Son, Redeemer of the world,Have mercy on us.God the Holy Spirit,Have mercy on us.Holy Trinity, One God,Have mercy on us. Holy Mary, Queen of Angels, pray for us. St. Michael, pray for us. St. Michael, filled with the wisdom of God, pray for us. St. Michael, perfect adorer of the Incarnate Word, pray for us.St. Michael, crowned with honour and glory, pray for us. St. Michael, most powerful Prince of the armies...