Saints Mary, Martha and Lazarus of Bethany
Today is the feasts of Saints Mary, Martha and Lazarus of Bethany. Previously only St Martha’s feast day, the pope added Mary and Lazarus onto the universal...
Category: Prayer
Prayer is one of the pillars of Christian Life. There are many sources of prayer – some formal, some modern and some biblical – each with its own positives and negatives. One of the first things to pray for is that God will open our eyes to his love and kindle a passion for his name. Prayer Resources: Articles on Prayer; Prayers for every season.
10 Patron Saints You Need in Everyday Life
The Church has recognised certain people as saints, stating with confidence that they are in Heaven and able to intercede on our behalf before God. Even if...
Pope gives spiritual homework
During his Angelus address Pope Francis suggested using this time to cultivate a contemplative attitude.
Lord, Save South Africa Prayer
LORD, SAVE SOUTH AFRICA by Fr Karabo Baloyi Lord, we put our trust in you. You are our God. You are the Good Shepherd. We...
5 Things Christians Should Stop Doing
Here is some stuff Christians should stop doing. By Jarrid Wilson 1. Telling people “I’ll pray for you” without actually praying for them. Guilty as charged. I...
Pray with the Pope: July 2021
Every month Fr Chris Chatteris SJ reflects on Pope Francis’ universal prayer intention Prayer Intention: We pray that, in social, economic and political situations of conflict, we may be courageous...
Prayer for Father’s Day
Blessed Father’s Day everyone…
Pope: On the Cross and Still Today, Jesus Prays for Everyone
By Carol Glatz – Jesus is always praying for each and every person, desiring that his word would help people in their lives and that they never...
How St Joseph Came to the Rescue
Kathleen Samuels, Cape Town – Your focus on St Joseph in the March issue reminded me of the power of a devotion to the spouse of Our...
Pope: Prayer is Like a Musical Score
By Carol Glatz – People need to find harmony between prayer and the demands of everyday life, Pope Francis said. “It is inhumane to be so absorbed by...
Pope: Jesus Prays for us Constantly
By Junno Arocho Esteves – Christians can rest assured that in moments of trial, suffering or even sin, Jesus is interceding for them before God, Pope Francis...
