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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

Italy’s Festival Calendar: Unique Celebrations You Won’t Want to Miss! Photography, Coffee, Travel

Italy’s Festival Calendar: Unique Celebrations You Won’t Want to Miss!

Italy's Festival Calendar: Unique Celebrations You Won't Want to Miss!   Italy is a country rich in culture, history, and, of course, festivals! From the…

DamianJanuary 28, 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

Antico Caffè Greco, The Oldest Cafe in Rome! Photography, Coffee, Travel

Antico Caffè Greco, The Oldest Cafe in Rome!

I could not miss the opportunity to visit this legendary place on my last visit to Rome! I learned about Antico Caffè Greco just when…

DamianJanuary 14, 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)

Would you like to stay close to the Holy Eucharist all day long? Now you can, I have 8 Holy Eucharist Wallpapers for you, so…

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

What is The Holy Eucharist in The Catholic Church? Church Tradition

What is The Holy Eucharist in The Catholic Church?

The Catholic Eucharist, more often referred to as the Holy Eucharist, Blessed Sacrament, stands at the heart of Catholic worship and theology. It is celebrated…

DamianNovember 18, 2024

Saint Francesca Xavier Cabrini Shrine in Chicago Catholic SitesSaints & Relics

Saint Francesca Xavier Cabrini Shrine in Chicago

Happy feast of St. Francesca Xavier Cabrini! Did you know there is her National Shrine in Chicago?  Address: 2520 N Lakeview Ave The Shrine of…

DamianNovember 13, 2024

The Most Beautiful Catholic Churches in Chicago Catholic Sites

The Most Beautiful Catholic Churches in Chicago

Chicago has over 2 million Catholics with 216 active parishes and 543 churches. I have had the chance to live here since 2015, visit, photograph,…

DamianNovember 11, 2024

Catholic Gifts Ideas Catholic Journal

Catholic Gifts Ideas

What are the best catholic gift ideas?   The tradition of giving gifts goes back to the Nativity. The three wise men followed the bright…

DamianNovember 9, 2024

What is Cathopic? Great Resource For Catholics Finally Here! Catholic Journal

What is Cathopic? Great Resource For Catholics Finally Here!

What is the Cathopic?   Cathopic is a platform that offers, high-quality Catholic-themed photos, graphics, and videos. Its main mission is to assist Catholic media,…

DamianNovember 8, 2024

Eucharistic Procession in Manhattan! Catholic Journal

Eucharistic Procession in Manhattan!

Lord Jesus Christ in the center of Manhattan, NYC, during the day, with thousands of people following?  I would never believe it if I didn't…

DamianOctober 21, 2024

Eucharistic Congress Reunion! Catholic Journal

Eucharistic Congress Reunion!

Only yesterday we met with Chicago Auxiliary Bishops: Mark Bartosic, Robert Casey, Jeffrey Grob, and Robert Lombardo,  as well as other pilgrims who attended the…

DamianOctober 21, 2024

Wedding Reception Checklist | Printable PDF! Weddings

Wedding Reception Checklist | Printable PDF!

A Catholic wedding reception is a celebration following the sacrament of marriage, which often involves a mixture of faith-based traditions and common wedding customs. Here’s…

DamianOctober 3, 2024

Wedding Ceremony Checklist | Printable PDF! Weddings

Wedding Ceremony Checklist | Printable PDF!

A wedding is a joyous and sacred event that incorporates religious and cultural customs. Preparing for this important sacrament requires attention to spiritual, logistical, and…

DamianSeptember 30, 2024

What’s a Catholic Betrothal Ceremony? Weddings

What’s a Catholic Betrothal Ceremony?

What’s a Betrothal Ceremony? The historical past and concept of the Betrothal Ceremony   A betrothal service or rite of betrothal attempts a service from…

DamianSeptember 20, 2024

Does Catholic Church Needs Media? Catholic Journal

Does Catholic Church Needs Media?

This article is a fruit of my attendance at the National Eucharistic Congress but I must say that it comes from not a positive experience…

DamianAugust 28, 2024

The Best Coffee Shops in Ohio (Ranking) Photography, Coffee, Travel

The Best Coffee Shops in Ohio (Ranking)

This article focuses on the top selection of the best coffee shops in Ohio. I review coffee shops all over the world and find the…

DamianAugust 28, 2024

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Maria Stein Shrine of The Holy Relics, Must Visit!

How did I find Maria Stein Shrine?   It all started at the National Eucharistic Congress, that's where I was taking photos and capturing footage…

DamianAugust 23, 2024

National Eucharistic Congress, After 83 Years! Catholic Journal

National Eucharistic Congress, After 83 Years!

The first time I heard about the National Eucharistic Congress was last year around May-June. I immediately started contacting them and looking for connections, to…

DamianAugust 6, 2024

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage Through The USA | Chicago Catholic Journal

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage Through The USA | Chicago

Are you media?  Yes! That’s how I entered the chapel at Mundelein Seminary, which was full for the first mass during the Eucharistic Pilgrimage in…

DamianJuly 4, 2024

Párisi Passage Café, I Fallen in Love! | Budapest Photography, Coffee, Travel

Párisi Passage Café, I Fallen in Love! | Budapest

Párisi Passage Café   On my last trip to Budapest, me and my mom discovered this place by accident! Waiting on our bus we started…

DamianJune 13, 2024

The Best Coffee Shops in Budapest (Ranking) Photography, Coffee, Travel

The Best Coffee Shops in Budapest (Ranking)

This article focuses on the top selection of the best coffee shops in New York City. I review coffee shops all over the world and…

DamianJune 13, 2024