St. John Paul II dedicated his papacy to the Blessed Mother, calling her a "superior model" for the Church in a 1997 general audience. Mary is also the model for all mothers; among Mary’s titles are ...

Prayer is an important topic often addressed in sermons and Bible classes at church. The why, when, where, who, and what are frequently outlined: (1) Why is it important?; (2) When is it appropriate?; ...

Have you ever given insect symbolism much thought? Or more specifically, have you ever thought about the meaning of praying mantis symbolism? It may seem like a strange question — after all, many of ...

If You See a Praying Mantis, Here’s the Spiritual Significance of Them Appearing in Your Life originally appeared on Parade. Wondering about the spiritual meaning of the praying mantis is ...

Prayer powerhouse Omartian has taught parents how to pray for kids, and spouses how to pray for each other. Now, she teaches readers how to pray for themselves. Like her earlier books, this short ...

Paul says “Pray at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication” (Eph. 6:18) and Jude says, “Pray in the Holy Spirit” (Jude 20). In order to understand this phrase in the light of the ...

As we listen to the readings today about the final event in the life of Jesus on earth -- His leaving the earth and going to heaven -- we get an impression, I think, that everything is now well ...

In today’s fast-paced world, relationships can often take a backseat to daily responsibilities and stressors. As couples navigate the complexities of life together, it’s not uncommon for the initial ...

I was hoping to avoid writing about “Eat Pray Love.” The movie’s been out for two weeks, and the book has been out for four years, 184 weeks of which it’s been on the New York Times bestseller list.