“Fr. Apostoli welcomes Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle to discuss the vocation of motherhood and her latest book, The Miraculous Medal: Stories, Prayers and Devotions.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N514sCF4oyA Here is an inspiring excerpt from Donna-Marie’s book, The Miraculous Medal: S...
I was told that the Friars prayed many prayers for the dying around dear Fr. Andrew’s bedside. During the Litany of the Saints, as Saint Andrew was invoked, our saintly Fr. Andrew breathed his last breath. Wow. This past week This past week was Fr. Andrew’s Wake and Funeral. It w...
On the one hand, they’re all over the old and New Testament. On the other hand, I think as Christians it can be a little awkward that it’s like, oh yeah, but miracles sound ridiculous to many modern people and certainly to non-Christians. Miracles can be a source of mockery and ...
You do such magnificent work, the chaplets are amazing! The badges are like having good friends near, and your books are so nourishing to the soul. I feel so blessed to have found you. Thank you again, and you are in my prayers.” –Laura, California, USA “Unbelievable service – ...
Saint had always helped me with my studies and later with my job. I prayed to Batiushka Sergius, and when I came to work the next day, my boss said there had been some misunderstanding and that I could continue working. I am sure that this happened thanks to the prayers of St. ...
I also have a mind and a spirit that work within this body. I could focus on the psychological and that I have a tenacious and strong personality that is often more serious than fun but has some crazy moments mixed in to keep everyone guessing ( ). I could give you my heritage from ...
The gift of Jesus in our lives brings a miraculous work of God’s Spirit that turns our sorrow into joy. It doesn’t mean we will never grieve the difficult losses we face in this life, but it does mean that even our deepest times of mourning will give way to comfort, joy, and ...
Thank you for staying on this faith journey with me! I appreciate your continued prayers and support as I live out God’s call on my life in this season. Only God knows what He has planned NEXT! Whether you had a fabulous year or a tough one, I’d like to encourage you to hold ...
The deluxe 14th-century Miracles of the Virgin manuscript, Paris, BnF, n. acq. fr. 24541, containing poetry, songs, and prayers by the Benedictine monk Gautier de Coinci (c. 1177-1236), is justifiably the most famous copy of this text. This dissertation examines its 78 images---...
looked forward to and striven hard for mid toils, prayers and fasting for almost five years.”29He continued, “God has blessed me abundantly and sustained me, physically, mentally and spiritually…and with a grateful heart for the countless blessings of heaven bestowed upon me and the work....