Religion

Contents1 The Sacred Scriptures2 Authority of the Pope3 Purgatory4 The Sacraments5 The Immaculate Conception and the Assumption of Mary6 The Saints The differences between Catholics and Protestants are fundamental to the history of the Christian religion and the birth of Europe as we know it.…

Contents1 History of the oil of nard2 Nard oil as it is used and benefits3 The nard in the Bible4 Perfumed oils in the liturgy5 Perfume of nard: the spirituality of the Order of the Holy Sepulchre What is the history of Jerusalem nard oil?…

Contents1 Why walk the Camino de Santiago2 The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela3 The pilgrim’s compostela4 The shell of Santiago For centuries, the Camino de Santiago has represented one of the most significant pilgrimages of faith that a person can undertake. Let’s see why embarking…

The Fathers of the Church are the primary Christian writers, whose works form the foundations of the Church’s doctrine. Let’s get to know them. We have previously discussed the Doctors of the Church, those men and women who, by virtue of their holiness and wisdom,…

Giovanni, the beloved disciple of Jesus. A fisherman, like the brothers Simon Peter and Andrew, he had a special relationship with Christ. Here’s why We have seen on many occasions how much importance Jesus attributed to friendship and how much He valued His friends. This…

Contents1 The Sacrament of Holy Orders2 The Rite of Priestly Ordination3 Priestly Ordination Gift Ideas With Priestly Ordination, a man becomes a priest in every sense. Here’s how the rite unfolds, how his life changes, and how friends and family can show their support with…

For centuries, Black Madonnas have been at the heart of many devotional cults in Italy and beyond. Let’s explore the origins of this particular vision and get to know the Black Madonnas in Italy. When we think of Madonna, if we visualize her in our…

Contents1 Azur loppiano products2 “Sopraculla” to hang on the cradle of the newborn baby3 Nativity scenes for children4 Figurines and guardian angels5 Decorative lights and accessories How to furnish a children’s bedroom with religious items. Not an easy task, but here are some valuable ideas…

Contents1 What is the Pilgrim’s Credential2 Pilgrimages and pilgrim passport3 Pilgrim’s Card for Jubilee 2025 The Pilgrim’s Credential is a precious and indispensable document for anyone wishing to undertake a devotional pilgrimage. That’s why it’s essential to obtain it given the Jubilee 2025. With the…

Contents1 Seven Churches Pilgrimage2 The Seven Churches of Rome3 Basilicas of Rome The Seven Churches Tour is an ancient devotional itinerary still undertaken by believers today. A pilgrimage to plan ahead of the 2025 Jubilee The Seven Churches Tour is a fascinating route of devotion…

Contents1 Saint James the Greater2 Saint Roch3 Saint Christopher4 Saint Benedict Joseph Labre5 Saint Gertrude of Nivelles6 Saint Bridget of Sweden7 Saint Bona8 Saint Sebaldus Saintly pilgrims are saints for whom the experience of pilgrimage has been so significant that it became the very reason…

Contents1 What are the Jubilee Churches2 The Seven Churches Pilgrimage3 Opening of the Holy Doors Jubilee Churches are those equipped with a Holy Door, through which, during the Jubilee, one can obtain plenary indulgence. Here’s which ones they are and when they will be opened.…

Contents1 When does the Jubilee begin?2 Ordinary or extraordinary Jubilee3 The significance of the opening of the Holy Door4 Jubilee 2025 in Rome What is the Jubilee? How often is it celebrated? In anticipation of the Holy Year 2025, let’s discover the origin of this…

Contents1 Jubilee Logo: Meaning2 Theme: Pilgrims of Hope3 Author of the Jubilee 2025 logo The logo of the Jubilee 2025 has been unveiled, chosen from nearly three hundred proposals. A symbol of hope and fraternity that will guide us in the faith pilgrimage of the…

Contents1 Her Story2 Patroness of Italy3 Novena to Santa Caterina da Siena Santa Caterina da Siena, from a woman of the people to an advisor to Popes and princes. Courageous, wise, and completely devoted to Christ. Let’s get to know better the patroness of Italy.…

Contents1 Rome Itineraries: Why Do Pilgrims Go to Rome?2 Pilgrims’ Symbols3 Pilgrimage to Rome for the Jubilee A pilgrimage to Rome has always been one of the most significant spiritual experiences for Christians from around the world. Speaking of a pilgrimage to Rome immediately brings…

Contents1 Jubilee 2025: Dates2 Opening of the Holy Door3 The Jubilee 2025 Calendar The calendar of events for the Jubilee 2025 has been published, twelve months of events and occasions to deepen faith, live fraternal communion, and walk together as “pilgrims of hope.” The Jubilee…

Contents1 The Holy Door of St. Peter2 Opening of the Holy Door3 How many Holy Doors are there The opening of the Holy Door marks the beginning of the Jubilee, but it also represents a spiritually evocative symbol for Christians. Here’s what it entails. The…