The friars began praying every day in a “perpetual novena” before the statue, a spot known today as “St. Anthony’s corner.” They dedicate their prayers to the petitions they receive from the faithful.

I remember the first time I tried to pray for a solid hour. I was about 19 and in my college dorm room. Before that day, I was praying anywhere from 5-10 minutes in one sitting. Outside of that, I ...

“If it is effectively promoted, this practice will bring to the Church – I am convinced of it – a new spiritual springtime,” said Pope Benedict XVI. Vince and Rachel Salomon and their six children, ...

November in the Catholic-Christian tradition is the month of All Souls – a special time set aside to remember, honor, pray and offer all the Masses for the repose of the souls of our deceased loved ...