Enjoy Scotch Whisky? Thank the Catholic Monk Who Invented It
Our Church's good relationship with alcohol has produced some of the world's best wines, spirits, and brews, particularly arising from the Catholic monastic tradition. One sublime invention arising from monasticism is Scotch Whisky, and if you ever enjoyed the drink - you have a Catholic monk to thank for it.
Did You Know? The Oldest Country in the World Was Founded...
A testament to the Faith and Word of God is seen in the enduring and everlasting strength of the Church. While the oldest institution today is the Catholic Church, could you believe that the oldest surviving country today was also founded by a Catholic Saint almost 1,700 years ago?
Is This The Actual Robe Of Jesus Christ?
The Gospel of John mentions the Holy Tunic of Jesus Christ, worn by Himself before and during His crucifixion. What remains of it, and where is it today?
The Dog Venerated As A Saint by Medieval Catholics
For almost 700 years the residents of Lyon, France prayed to a locally venerated saint. They prayed for his intercession to stave off sickness and protect their infants from danger. This is not unusual for Catholics, except this was no regular saint, this saint was a dog.
Why Is It Called “Mass”?
For most, the thought probably hasn't even crossed their mind. A common explanation is that "masses" come to celebrate the Eucharist and thus the name is simply a shortened form of the word. Why exactly do we call it Mass?
How Many Catholic Saints Are There?
As Catholics, we venerate saints to show the proper reverence and respect for the pious lives they led before entering into Heaven. But just how many saints are there? The answer is surprisingly complicated.
What Did Jesus Eat? 10 Foods Mentioned in the Bible
🍇🥚 Discover the biblical foods that nourished Jesus during His time on Earth! 📖🥖
Heaven, Hell, and What Exactly? Purgatory Explained
When we die, we have but three destinations: Heaven, Hell, or Purgatory. What exactly is purgatory, why is it necessary, and what basis do we have for its existence?
The Catholic Priest Killed by the Klan for Performing an Interracial...
Not too long ago, faithful members of the Catholic Church in the United States used to face intense hostility and persecution in what is called "the deepest bias in the history of the American people."
Do Aliens Exist? Here’s What Pope Francis and Vatican Astronomers Have...
Since time immemorial man has gazed at the night sky looking at the vast Creation of God before him that illuminates the Cosmos and wondered what is beyond the boundary that transcends all men and women on Earth. Here's what Pope Francis and Vatican astronomers have said about the ultimate alien question.
