For the Church in the Philippines, December 16-24 is a special period in Advent. During these days, we celebrate the Simbang Gabi, a. k. a. Misa del Gallo — a series of Masses that …

In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. Every valley shall be lifted up, …

 
In the Life Application Study Bible we read this about Romans 10:8-12
Have you ever been asked “How do I become a Christian?” These verses give you the beautiful answer:  Salvation is as close as …

Reading I: Wisdom 7:7-11
Reading II: Hebrews 4:12-13
Gospel Reading: Mark 10:17-30

 
The Question about Eternal Life
In the gospel story about the rich man, we are shown that the question about eternal life is synonimous to …

Links to articles about the Birth of the Virgin Mary

Catholic Encyclopedia: The Nativity of Mary
The page contains information on the history of the Feast. The feast originated from the Eastern churches and became part …

The Assumption in the Catechism

966 “Finally the Immaculate Virgin, preserved free from all stain of original sin, when the course of her earthly life was finished, was taken up body and soul into heavenly glory, …

 
Those who are in the flesh cannot please God.But you are not in the flesh; on the contrary, you are in the spirit,if only the Spirit of God dwells in you.Whoever does not have the …

It is a bit late now, but this post is still relevant: it does not only give an overview of the readings for the rest of Easter, it also gives a hint as to how …

The seven readings from the Old Testament that are proclaimed during the Easter Vigil are bits and pieces of a plan of salvation that is accomplished in Christ. In other words, the seven readings is …

 
The liturgy of the Catholic Church sets aside December 17-24 as special days of preparation immediately preceding December 25, the solemn feast of the birth day of the Lord. As such these days have …