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The blood of San Gennaro: how and when the miracle happens

The blood of San Gennaro: how and when the miracle happens

Three times a year the blood of Saint Gennaro, martyr...
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The Prayer for Good Humour: Pope Francis’s Favourite

October is one of the months dedicated to the Holy...
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The story of Saint Rosalia, patron saint of Palermo

Saint Rosalia, patron saint of Palermo, is celebrated on 4...
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What is the Difference Between Orthodox and Catholic

The difference between Orthodox and Catholics traces through the very...
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Liturgy


The liturgical year: let us clarify

The liturgical year: let us clarify

The liturgical times of the Catholic Church are the seasons...
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From the chalice cover to the corporal, all the tissues of the liturgy

From the chalice cover to the corporal, all the tissues of the liturgy

Mass services are always present in religious celebrations. Letโ€™s get...
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On the occasion of Pentecost, pray Mary that unties the knots

On the occasion of Pentecost, pray Mary that unties the knots

50 days after Easter, she will untie the knots and...
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Plexiglas or wooden lecterns? Your commodity is priceless

Plexiglas or wooden lecterns? Your commodity is priceless

Have you ever been fascinated by a wooden lectern holding...
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Holy Water: a constant renovation of Baptism

Holy Water: a constant renovation of Baptism

Each time we get sprinkled with holy Water, dipping our...
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Saints and blessed


The Confessions of Saint Augustine: How to Change Your Life

The Confessions of Saint Augustine: How to Change Your Life

The Confessions of Saint Augustine are a timeless testimony of a journey of faith and self-awareness. The Confessions of Saint...
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Saint Bartholomew the Apostle: The Story of the Martyr Flayed Alive

Saint Bartholomew the Apostle: The Story of the Martyr Flayed Alive

On August 24, the commemoration of Saint Bartholomew the Apostle, one of Jesus' closest disciples, is celebrated. He is the...
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Relics of the Saints: The List of the 10 Most Fascinating Ones

Relics of the Saints: The List of the 10 Most Fascinating Ones

The relics of the saints traverse the history of Christianity as testimonies of love, devotion, and faith. They have always...
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Saint Roch and the Dog: A Bond from the Middle Ages

Saint Roch and the Dog: A Bond from the Middle Ages

Why is Saint Roch depicted with a dog by his side? Read this article to discover the story of Saint...
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Christmas


The Advent Crown in the church: 10 curiosities

The Advent Crown in the church: 10 curiosities

The Advent Crown in church and at home: what does...
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Setting the table at Christmas: plus many DIY ideas

The table of the Festival is a symbol of welcome...
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The Nativity Scene of Greccio: the Nativity Scene of San Francesco

What is the nativity scene's history? Where does this tradition...
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The shepherds of the Neapolitan nativity scene of the 1700s: discovering this nativity art

Neapolitan Nativity shepherds are artistic products that come from a...
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