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Matthew 1:18–25 | When God Speaks in Silence

“When God Speaks in Silence” (Matthew 1:18–25) As we come to the final step of our advent waiting, the Church, like Mary and Joseph, stands on the edge of wonder. Soon we will kneel before the manger and hear angels sing, “Glory to God in the highest.” Today, the Church places before us a quiet […]

Top 25 Popular Malayalam Christmas Songs Lyrics (Classic & Modern)

1. പുല്‍ക്കുടിലില്‍ ദൈവപുത്രന്‍ Malayalamപുല്‍ക്കുടിലില്‍ ദൈവപുത്രന്‍മണ്ണില്‍ വന്നു പിറന്നുഇരുള്‍ മൂടിയ ലോകത്തിനായ്വെളിച്ചമായി തെളിഞ്ഞു ദൂതര്‍ പാടി ആകാശത്തില്‍സമാധാന സന്ദേശംമനുഷ്യരില്‍ ദൈവസ്നേഹംപകര്‍ന്ന മഹാരഹസ്യം പാലായിടന്മാര്‍ ഓടിയെത്തികുഞ്ഞിനെ കണ്ടു നമിച്ചുരാജാക്കന്മാര്‍ കാഴ്ചകളുമായിപാദങ്ങള്‍ തൊട്ടു വണങ്ങി പാപത്തിന്റെ ബന്ധനം പൊട്ടാന്‍ദൈവം കുഞ്ഞായി വന്നുമരുഭൂമിയായ ഹൃദയത്തില്‍സ്നേഹമഴ പെയ്തു RomanizedPulkoodil daivaputhranMannil vannu pirannuIrul moodiya lokathinaayVelichamaayi thelinju Doothar paadi aakaashathilSamaadhaana sandeshamManushyaril daivasnehamPakarnna mahaarahasyam Paalaayidanmaar odiyethiKunjine kandu namichuRaajaakkanmaar kaazhchakalumaayiPaadangal thottu vanangi Paapathinte bandhanam pottaanDaivam kunjaayi vannuMarubhoomiyaaya […]

Blessed Francesc (Francisco) de Paula Castelló Aleu

Blessed Francesc (Francisco) de Paula Castelló Aleu offers a luminous example of youthful holiness, apostolic zeal, and courageous martyrdom in the midst of the Spanish Civil War. His short life, marked by deep Eucharistic devotion, generous service in Catholic Action, and an heroic acceptance of death “for Christ the King,” continues to inspire lay faithful, […]

Prayer for a God‑fearing, compatible spouse

Lord Jesus, Eternal Word and faithful Bridegroom of the Church, You who said, “It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him” (Genesis 2:18), look kindly upon me and guide my vocation according to the Father’s will. Teach me to seek first the kingdom of […]

Prayer for the sick

Heavenly Father, You are the Lord who heals us, as You have said: “I am the Lord, your healer.” (Exodus 15:26)Look with mercy on your servant who is sick and suffering. Stretch out Your hand, for “He sent out his word and healed them, and delivered them from destruction.” (Psalm 107:20) Lord Jesus, during Your […]

Saint Anna Wang

Saint Anna Wang was a young Chinese lay girl and virgin martyr who gave her life for Christ during the Boxer Rebellion at just fourteen years of age. Her witness shines as a powerful example of youthful courage, purity, and total fidelity to the Catholic faith in the face of brutal persecution. Historical background The […]

Top 25 Christmas Carol Songs (With YouTube Links)

Christmas is a beautiful time to meditate on the mystery of the Incarnation through song. Below is a carefully chosen list of 25 beloved Christmas carols, each with a recommended YouTube link in choir or traditional style where possible. 1–10: Core Nativity Carols 1. Silent Night A gentle, contemplative carol recalling the peace and holiness […]

When Padre Pio was visited by a soul from purgatory

Padre Pio is known for his many mystical experiences during prayer, often piercing the heavenly veil while on earth. One such experience involved an unexpected encounter with a soul from purgatory. He was alone in prayer when a man appeared out of nowhere. Padre Pio is known for his many mystical experiences during prayer, often […]

Saint Tarcisius: The Young Martyr Who Died Protecting the Eucharist

Saint Tarcisius: The Young Martyr Who Died Protecting the Eucharist Have you any idea what Rome was like at the beginning of the first century? The Romans were the most powerful people in the world because they conquered and ruled over many nations which, together, were known as the Roman Empire. The Roman rulers and […]

𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦 & 𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗟𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗩𝗘𝗡 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗛𝗟𝗬 𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗦?

𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦 & 𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗟𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗩𝗘𝗡 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗛𝗟𝗬 𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗦? One of the most common Protestant objections against Catholic devotion is the claim that saints in heaven can no longer hear our prayers. According to this view, once believers die, they become unaware of what happens on earth—making any request for their intercession unbiblical […]