Fading From Memory: Our Lady of Miracles Catholic Church
Our Lady of Miracles Catholic Church is high above Sierra Blanca, Texas. It’s a modern Church built to replace an aging structure closer to I-10. That older Church sits empty and lonely, seeming bereft of hope and a future.
Most Holy Trinity, El Paso
Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of Thy faithful and kindle in them the fire of Thy love. Send forth Thy Spirit and they shall be created. And Thou shalt renew the face of the earth. Let us pray.
Basilica of San Albino
The Basilica originally dates back to 1852, while they constructed the current Church in 1906. The Church is a peaceful oasis, excusing the tourists that wonder through, that draws you in for prayer and a moment to hear the still small voice of God.
The Evangelism of a Catholic Cemetery
Catholic cemeteries serve as a perpetual reminder that death is just a part of the journey that leads to new life. Catholic cemeteries are sacred places that strive to create an environment conducive to prayerful visitation and are reminders of the promise of the resurrection of the spirit.
Death
Through death, the Christian enters eternal life (Rom. 6:23). Belief in the resurrection anchors the Christian’s hope in the face of suffering and death. Because death is anticipated and integrated into one’s daily life, the Christian can embrace death serenely as the culmination of life.
The Holy Family Were Migrants
At the end of the day, when you stop and look at it, even the Holy Family – Jesus, Mary, and Joseph – were refugees, forced to flee.
Catholic Over Orthodox
My journey led to many Churches, including St George Antiochian Orthodox Church in El Paso, Texas. I had a great conversation with then-pastor Rev. Fr. Hector Abouid. I wanted to share that interview with you so you can understand the Orthodox Church.
Two Franciscan Seminaries & Photos
The Franciscan spirit is one of action, of doing. It is by this spirit, infused into the order by Saint Francis, that guides the Franciscans of today and the future.
The Importance of Prayer
From the beginning, man has attempted to connect with some greater Supernatural Force or Divine Being. The ancient peoples did this through hymns, songs, thanksgiving, praise, and petition rituals.
How Important is Baptism?
“I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.”
With those 18 words, on 4 October 2024, I became a member of the Catholic Church and a child of God. Coming from a Jewish background, this was a significant step for me.