Jesus didn’t make random guesses in choosing the apostles. He didn’t pick them based on appearance or trade alone; rather, he spent an entire night in prayer, seeking God’s guidance before making his decision. God, who has plans for us all, was central to Jesus’ choice. Just as good parents...
As we celebrate World Mission Sunday, we are reminded of our primary duty as Christians: to witness to the truth that Christ lives, through our lives, our example, and our words. A great man once said, “Preach Christ, but use words only when necessary.” From the moment we became Christians,...
We celebrate the feast of St. Teresa of Avila on October 15, a Doctor of the Church. Describing her can be challenging because of her depth and complexity. Many of you may already be familiar with her remarkable life and spirituality. If I had to sum her up briefly: she...
പെൻസിൽവാനിയയിൽ എസ്റ്റാബ്ലിഷ്മെൻ്റ് വിരുദ്ധ കലാപത്തിൻ്റെ അരാജകത്വത്തിനിടയിൽ, തെരുവുകൾ ക്രോധത്താൽ നിറഞ്ഞു. കലാപകാരികൾ നാശം വിതയ്ക്കുകയും ജനാലകൾ തകർക്കുകയും തീയിടുകയും ചെയ്തു, അതേസമയം അക്രമം നിയന്ത്രിക്കാൻ പോലീസ് പാടുപെട്ടു. ഓഫീസർമാരിൽ ഒരാൾ തൻ്റെ ചെറിയ പട്ടണത്തിൽ ഒരു കാറ്റക്കിസം അധ്യാപകനായി സേവനമനുഷ്ഠിച്ച ഒരാളായിരുന്നു. രംഗം സ്കാൻ ചെയ്തപ്പോൾ തെരുവിൻ്റെ മൂലയിൽ ഒരു ചെറുപ്പക്കാരൻ നിൽക്കുന്നത് അവൻ ശ്രദ്ധിച്ചു. മറ്റുള്ളവരിൽ നിന്ന് വ്യത്യസ്തമായി, യുവാവ് ശാന്തനായി, തനിക്കു ചുറ്റുമുള്ള കുഴപ്പങ്ങൾ നിശബ്ദമായി നിരീക്ഷിച്ചു....
In one well-known story, St. Francis preached to a flock of birds, reminding them to be thankful to God for their beautiful feathers, their freedom, and His constant care. The birds, so the story goes, remained still as he moved among them, only flying away once he gave them permission....
Saint Vincent de Paul’s quote, “Humility is nothing but truth, and pride is nothing but lying,” expresses a profound understanding of human nature and spiritual wisdom. Saint Vincent de Paul emphasizes that humility is rooted in truth because it involves an honest recognition of who we truly are—our strengths, weaknesses,...
The recovery of the True Cross and the establishment of its veneration is a fascinating and pivotal moment in Christian history. Around AD 327, during the reign of Roman Emperor Constantine the Great, an important excavation was initiated under the supervision of Bishop Macarius of Jerusalem. The goal of this...
It is believed that the parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary are Saints Joachim and Anne. Joachim, a wealthy man from one of the Twelve Tribes of Israel, was rich in material goods but, together with Anne, faced the sorrow of being childless. In their deep longing for a child,...
In the seventh century, a small but vibrant town called Heera thrived near Basra, known primarily for its predominantly Christian population. This community lived in peace, centering their lives around the church and their faith. The town was a beacon of Christian traditions and values, with the Church of St....
The Transfiguration of Christ was not just a moment of revelation for Peter, James, and John, but it is also a profound moment for us as believers. On that mountain, the veil between heaven and earth was momentarily lifted, revealing the true nature of Christ as both fully human and...
