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Basilica vs. Cathedral vs. Church: Key Differences Explained Church Tradition

Basilica vs. Cathedral vs. Church: Key Differences Explained

As Catholics, we often hear the terms "basilica," "cathedral," and "church" used interchangeably, sometimes leading to confusion. While all three terms refer to places of…

DamianFebruary 20, 2025

Fasting in Catholicism: Everything You Should Know! Church Tradition

Fasting in Catholicism: Everything You Should Know!

Fasting in Catholicism: A Journey Through Tradition and Modern Practice   Table of Contents Introduction: The Significance of Fasting in the Catholic Faith A Historical…

DamianFebruary 19, 2025

The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Image Catholic Devotions

The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Image

The image of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus is one of the most revered and recognized symbols in Catholic devotion. It represents the infinite…

DamianFebruary 19, 2025

What Are Eastern Catholic Churches? Full List! Church Tradition

What Are Eastern Catholic Churches? Full List!

Table of Contents 1. Overview 2. Origins and Historical Development 3. Catholic Rites and Churches 4. Structure and Organization 5. Liturgical and Theological Traditions 6.…

DamianFebruary 18, 2025

St. Stephen of Hungary: The Apostle King Saints & Relics

St. Stephen of Hungary: The Apostle King

St. Stephen of Hungary, also known as King Saint Stephen (Hungarian: Szent István király), stands as a towering figure in Hungarian history. He was the…

DamianFebruary 17, 2025

What is Meaning Behind The St. Benedict Medal? Catholic Devotions

What is Meaning Behind The St. Benedict Medal?

St. Benedict Medal Meaning: A Symbol of Protection and Faith   The St. Benedict Medal is one of the most powerful and widely recognized sacramentals…

DamianFebruary 17, 2025

What is Lent? Everything You Should Know! Church Tradition

What is Lent? Everything You Should Know!

Lent is a forty-day period of reflection, repentance, and renewal observed by many Christians, primarily Catholics, to prepare for Easter.

DamianFebruary 14, 2025

What is Tenebrae Service During Spy Wednesday? Church Tradition

What is Tenebrae Service During Spy Wednesday?

Spy Wednesday, the Wednesday of Holy Week, marks a somber turning point in the Christian liturgical calendar. It's a day of reflection and contemplation, focusing…

DamianFebruary 13, 2025

What is Holy Week in Catholic Church? Full Guide! Church Tradition

What is Holy Week in Catholic Church? Full Guide!

Holy Week, also known as Passion Week, is the most sacred week in the Christian liturgical year. It is a time for reflection, repentance, and…

DamianFebruary 13, 2025

What is a Conclave? Unveiling the Sacred Process of Papal Election Church Tradition

What is a Conclave? Unveiling the Sacred Process of Papal Election

The election of a new Pope is a momentous occasion for the Catholic Church, a process steeped in tradition, secrecy, and prayer. At the heart…

DamianFebruary 12, 2025

Fasting Before Holy Communion: Recommendation or Duty? Church Tradition

Fasting Before Holy Communion: Recommendation or Duty?

Fasting Before Holy Communion: A Tradition of Reverence and Preparation   The practice of fasting before receiving Holy Communion, also known as the Eucharistic fast,…

DamianFebruary 12, 2025

Tattoos and Catholicism: A Complex Relationship Church Tradition

Tattoos and Catholicism: A Complex Relationship

Tattoos have become increasingly popular in modern society, but their relationship with the Catholic Church is complex. While there's no explicit blanket condemnation of tattoos…

DamianFebruary 12, 2025

What Are Septuagesima, Sexagesima, and Quinquagesima Sundays? Church Tradition

What Are Septuagesima, Sexagesima, and Quinquagesima Sundays?

In the traditional liturgical calendar of the Catholic Church, the three Sundays immediately preceding Ash Wednesday and the season of Lent are known as Septuagesima,…

DamianFebruary 12, 2025

The Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, Everything You Should Know! Catholic Sites

The Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, Everything You Should Know!

The Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran   For Catholics around the world, the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran holds a place of profound significance. It…

DamianFebruary 11, 2025

Our Lady of Lourdes: The Magnificent Miraculous Story! Catholic DevotionsCatholic Sites

Our Lady of Lourdes: The Magnificent Miraculous Story!

Our Lady of Lourdes, Everything You Should Know! In the heart of France lies a sacred place that has captured the hearts and souls of…

DamianFebruary 11, 2025

What is Meaning Behind Catholic Veils? Church Tradition

What is Meaning Behind Catholic Veils?

The Tradition and Symbolism of Catholic Veiling   The practice of Catholic veiling, often referred to as "veiling for Mass," is a beautiful and deeply…

DamianFebruary 10, 2025

Discover Your 3-Day Rome Itinerary: A Pilgrimage Adventure! Catholic Sites

Discover Your 3-Day Rome Itinerary: A Pilgrimage Adventure!

A Roman Pilgrimage: Three Days Exploring the Eternal City (with Budget Considerations)   Rome. The name itself resonates with history, art, and faith. For a…

DamianFebruary 8, 2025

Saints Cosmas And Damian, And Their Basilica in Rome Catholic SitesSaints & Relics

Saints Cosmas And Damian, And Their Basilica in Rome

I found it! On my last trip to Rome, on my way to the Colosseum, I spotted a church that said “BASILICA Ss. COSMA E…

DamianFebruary 7, 2025

Our Lady of Suyapa: The Beloved Patroness of Honduras Catholic DevotionsCatholic Sites

Our Lady of Suyapa: The Beloved Patroness of Honduras

Honduras, a country rich in history, culture, and religious devotion, holds a special place for Our Lady of Suyapa, the nation's most revered Marian devotion.…

DamianFebruary 3, 2025

Incense in The Catholic Church, Everything You Should Know! Church Tradition

Incense in The Catholic Church, Everything You Should Know!

Incense in the Catholic Church: History, Meaning, and Practice   Incense has held a significant role in Catholic liturgy and tradition for centuries. Its use,…

DamianFebruary 3, 2025

What is Holy Hour in The Catholic Church? Catholic DevotionsChurch Tradition

What is Holy Hour in The Catholic Church?

What is Holy Hour in the Catholic Church?   The practice of spending an hour in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament (Holy Eucharist) is a…

DamianJanuary 27, 2025

March for Life 2025! Catholic Journal

March for Life 2025!

It was my second time at the National March for Life!  What an atmosphere?! What a people?! What a speakers?!  What a day?! It all…

DamianJanuary 25, 2025

What Are Holy Days of Obligation in 2025? Church Tradition

What Are Holy Days of Obligation in 2025?

Holy Days of Obligation: An Overview for Catholics in the USA   For Catholics around the world, Holy Days of Obligation hold significant spiritual and…

DamianJanuary 21, 2025

Miraculous Medal Image Catholic Devotions

Miraculous Medal Image

The Miraculous Medal: A Powerful Symbol of Faith and Grace   The Miraculous Medal is one of the most beloved sacramentals in Catholic tradition. Worn…

DamianJanuary 20, 2025

Who is Black Christ of Esquipulas? Feast Day Jan 15th Catholic Devotions

Who is Black Christ of Esquipulas? Feast Day Jan 15th

The Black Christ of Esquipulas: A Symbol of Faith, Culture, and Devotion   Nestled in the heart of Central America, in the vibrant town of…

DamianJanuary 20, 2025

Learn How to Pray Rosary in Latin! Church Tradition

Learn How to Pray Rosary in Latin!

Praying the Holy Rosary in Latin: A Guide   Praying the Rosary is a timeless devotion that brings us closer to the mysteries of Christ…

DamianJanuary 20, 2025

Pelican Symbolism in Christianity Church Tradition

Pelican Symbolism in Christianity

The Pelican as a Christian Symbol: A Deeper Story   In medieval Christian thought, the pelican became a rich symbol of sacrifice, love, and redemption,…

DamianJanuary 15, 2025

Top 7 Catholic Churches in Rome! Catholic Sites

Top 7 Catholic Churches in Rome!

Eternal City! Rome, I've been so many times, and I never have enough. I want to explore more and more, revisit the same places, and…

DamianJanuary 13, 2025

What is Latin Mass? Church Tradition

What is Latin Mass?

What is Latin Mass?   The Latin Mass, also known as the Traditional Latin Mass (TLM) or the Tridentine Mass, refers to the liturgical celebration…

DamianJanuary 13, 2025

What Are Holy Doors? Catholic SitesChurch Tradition

What Are Holy Doors?

  Holy Doors hold deep spiritual significance in the Catholic Church, serving as powerful symbols of divine mercy and renewal. As the Jubilee Year 2025…

DamianJanuary 10, 2025

What is Jubilee Year? Catholic JournalChurch Tradition

What is Jubilee Year?

What is the Jubilee Year in the Catholic Church in 2025?   I had a chance to be in Rome and the Vatican at the…

DamianJanuary 9, 2025

Catholic Prayers in Latin | (Translation And Pronunciation) Church Tradition

Catholic Prayers in Latin | (Translation And Pronunciation)

Prayers in Latin: A Timeless Tradition   Latin, often referred to as the language of the Church, has long been revered for its beauty, precision,…

DamianJanuary 6, 2025

Pro-Life Arguments You Must Know! (Statistics & Resources) Church Tradition

Pro-Life Arguments You Must Know! (Statistics & Resources)

1. Summary of Pro-Life Arguments   Ethical Foundations: Life is sacred, and every human being possesses inherent dignity and the right to life. Society’s moral…

DamianDecember 30, 2024

The Best Saint Quotes That Will Change Your Life! Saints & Relics

The Best Saint Quotes That Will Change Your Life!

Saint Quotes   Catholic saints have always served as luminous beacons of faith, offering profound wisdom through their words and deeds. Their lives, rooted in…

DamianDecember 23, 2024

What Are The Best Catholic Apps? Catholic Journal

What Are The Best Catholic Apps?

In today's digital age, technology serves as a valuable tool for deepening one's faith and enhancing spiritual practices. A variety of Catholic apps are available…

DamianDecember 16, 2024

9 Fascinating Facts About Our Lady of Guadalupe! Catholic DevotionsCatholic Sites

9 Fascinating Facts About Our Lady of Guadalupe!

The Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe is celebrated annually on December 12th. This marks the date in 1531 when her miraculous image was…

DamianDecember 12, 2024

What Are Holy Relics? List of Famous Relics Saints & Relics

What Are Holy Relics? List of Famous Relics

What are Holy Relics?   In the Catholic Church, holy relics are physical objects associated with saints or Jesus Christ that are venerated for their…

DamianDecember 9, 2024

What is Eucharistic Miracle? Catholic DevotionsChurch Tradition

What is Eucharistic Miracle?

Eucharistic miracles are extraordinary events in which the Eucharist—the consecrated bread and wine in Catholic liturgy, believed to become the Body and Blood of Jesus…

DamianDecember 2, 2024

What is Arthouse2B? | New York City! Catholic Journal

What is Arthouse2B? | New York City!

“I registered for this! Join me?” This was a text message from my good friend Sarah on February 13th with the link to an Eventbrite event:…

DamianNovember 27, 2024

What is Eucharistic Adoration? Catholic DevotionsChurch Tradition

What is Eucharistic Adoration?

Eucharistic Adoration: A Path to Deepening Faith and Connection with Christ   Eucharistic Adoration is a deeply spiritual practice that invites believers into an intimate…

DamianNovember 25, 2024