The Swiss Guard Say They Use the Most Powerful Weapon in...
Members of the Swiss Guard are sworn to protect the safety of the Pope, even if they have to use their "most powerful weapon on the market."
Could These Desert Ruins Found in Israel Prove the Story of...
The Book of Exodus tells perhaps the most iconic story found in the Bible, where Moses leads the Israelites away from slavery in Egypt. Could these recently discovered ruins near the Jordan river provide archaeological evidence for the Exodus?
The Miraculous Story Behind the Shoulder Wound of Jesus
"I had on My Shoulder while I bore My Cross on the Way of Sorrows, a grievous Wound which was more painful than the others, and which is not recorded by men."
The True Story Behind The Role Of Devil’s Advocate In The...
You probably think of a devil's advocate as someone who takes a position alternative to the norm for the sake of the argument. Most don't know the real history of the phrase and how it had its beginnings in the Catholic Church.
Is This The World’s Smallest Catholic Church?
While some think the most impressive of churches are large in stature, great churches can come in all sizes. One such example is the Saint Martin Church of Warrenton, Texas, the smallest active Catholic church in the world.
The Miraculous Origins of One of the Most Beautiful Catholic Churches...
The Catholic Church is home to some of humanities utmost achievements in architecture. One of the most renowned for its structural and architectural design is the Las Lajas Sanctuary, a Colombian basilica church known for its miraculous origins.
How the Mayo Clinic Was Founded After a Vision by a...
If not for a miraculous vision by a Catholic sister, the legendary Drs. Mayo may have never founded their clinic that would grow to serve over a million year and garner a reputation as the best hospital in the world.
Call No Man Father? How Priests Got Their Name
One of the most well known hallmarks of the Catholic Church is the priestly honorific: father. We are accustomed to calling our priests father, and even address the pope as Holy Father. Where did this tradition come from?
Jesuit Tea: Why Yerba Maté Is Also Known the “Elixir of...
Yerba maté is an increasingly popular alternative to the standard coffee or tea. If you've ever enjoyed the brewed infusion, you have Jesuits to thank.
The Origin of Satan: How Does the Devil Get His Name?
The great serpent goes by many a name: Satan, the Prince of Darkness, the Devil, and Lucifer to name a few. What do all of these names mean, and where do they come from?
