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.

St Therese of Lisieux Prayer

Today is the Feast of St Therese of Lisieux, a French Discalced Carmelite, known for the simplicity and practicality of her approach to spiritual life. This saint...

Martyrdom of John the Baptist

Today the Church commemorates the Martyrdom of John the Baptist, a man whose life fascinates and inspires and who was martyred for boldly speaking out against the...

St Augustine

Today is the Feast of St Augustine, one of the most important people in the history of the Church. Here is this saint’s prayer to the Holy...

St Monica

Today is the Feast of St Monica, a mother of great hope and faith. She is the patron of mothers with challenging children, alcoholics and victims of...

The Queenship of Mary

Today is the Memorial of the Queenship of Mary, celebrated 8 days after the Feast of the Assumption (Aug 15), which commemorates the crowning of Mary as...