by Michelle C. Martin | Dec 2, 2024 | Agapè Catholic Ministries, Church, Family Life, Liturgy, Parenting, Prayer, Society, Spirituality, Teachings
Advent: the arrival of a notable person, thing, or event. December is here and that means it’s Christmas season, but first…Advent! Advent can be celebrated with warm cookies, bright trees, beautiful stockings…However, for many Catholics, the Advent wreath on the...
by Stephanie Barker | Jul 24, 2024 | Prayer, Society, Spirituality
Keeping Faith: Throughout history, Catholics have faced adversity with steadfast resolve, embodying the virtues of faith, hope, and love. In times of turmoil and uncertainty, they have clung to their faith as an anchor. It keeps us grounded amidst the stormy seas of...
by Michelle C. Martin | May 15, 2024 | Church, Liturgy, Prayer, Society, Spirituality, Teachings
Mary is always depicted wearing four colors: white, red, blue, and gold. Our Blessed Mother is many things and we use colors to depict that. She is the cause of our joy, seat of wisdom, and mirror of justice. Furthermore, Mary is the Queen of Angels, Morning Star,...
by Stephanie Barker | May 9, 2024 | Agapè Catholic Ministries, Church, Liturgy, Prayer, Spirituality, Teachings
Source and Summit: The Eucharist At the center of Catholic faith and worship lies the Eucharist. The Eucharist is often referred to as the “source and summit” of our Christian life. It is in the celebration of the Eucharist that we encounter the living...
by Stephanie Barker | Apr 25, 2024 | Agapè Catholic Ministries, Health, Marriage, Marriage Prep, Parenting, Society, Spirituality, Teachings
The Divine Symphony of NFP: Ah, the dance of life within the sacred rhythm of natural family planning—a topic that ignites joy and purpose in the heart of this married Catholic mother. In the enchanting melody of marriage and motherhood, the concept of natural family...
