Spirituality
Beware of those who want God to live up to their standards, pope says
Too many Christians today are "as long as" Christians, obeying God "as long as" God and the church meet their conditions and criteria for what is acceptable, just and righteous, Pope Francis said.
Readings of the Holy Mass: Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
Read or listen to the readings before Mass with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
Addiction recovery is a journey for the soul as well as the body
True and lasting healing from substance abuse ultimately comes from a profound knowledge of the love of Christ. In this set of articles from Catholic News Service, we explore how the Catholic faith can set those suffering from addiction on a path that leads through recovery to sanctity.
Spiritual support on the road to recovery from addiction
The soul, as well as the body, is wounded by substance abuse. Retreats, which draw participants more closely to God through word and sacrament, are an essential and ongoing part of the healing process.
Matt Talbot: An old friend on the modern journey to recovery
The Irish laborer, declared "venerable" by Pope Paul VI, has become a beloved patron for those struggling with substance abuse. Almost destroyed by severe alcoholism, Talbot found healing and hope through a profound love of Christ and devotion to the Catholic faith.
The Spirit of God is beating on the doors of our hearts
The "massive, joyous love" of Jesus extends to all, inviting us to relinquish fear and regret so that we can pray, forgive and build a community like we never have before,
Faith is confidence in God’s love and mercy
We can trust a Father who longs to shower us with good things, and rely on him fully even when he doesn't answer our prayers in the way we desire and expect, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior. Our belief in the Lord is our response to Jesus' call to discipleship.
Thinking small with the Little Flower
A 19th-century saint and a modern subway worker remind Gina Christian that little acts of love and sacrifice, rather than grand gestures, make a big splash in God's eternal perspective.
How serious must surgery be to receive sacramental anointing?
Father Ken Doyle answers a couple's question about whether they may seek the sacrament of the anointing given their age and condition. He also counsels on receiving Communion from the cup.
5 things to expect when you step out of the boat
The story of Peter stepping out of the boat and onto the water is familiar and extremely relevant in the life of every Christian, writes Gary Zimak. Jesus asks us to trust him regardless of life's scary storms.