Give up candy? Mother Angelica’s 5 tips for your Lenten sacrifices

Mother Angelica, a pioneer in the world of Catholic communications, shared several tips over the years about Lenten resolutions and how we can grow in faith and prepare ourselves in the best way to accompany the Lord in his passion, death and resurrection. 1. Offer things that will last over time. Mother Angelica pointed out … Read more

Exorcists: 9 practices to avoid when fighting the devil

The International Association of Exorcists has expressed concern over several erroneous practices, including those carried out by some priests, which confuse the faithful who seek help when possibly facing extraordinary actions of the devil. The association, which has some 900 exorcist members worldwide, issued its warning in a Jan. 6 article on the organization’s website … Read more

Charismatic Renewal in Spain accepts bishops’ ‘intergenerational healing’ guidance

The Catholic Charismatic Renewal in Spain has accepted “with filial obedience” the recent doctrinal note by the country’s bishops on practices of “intergenerational healing” that are not in accord with the magisterium and tradition of the Catholic Church. In a statement published on its website, the Catholic Charismatic Renewal of Spain said it gratefully welcomes … Read more

Shia LaBeouf enters Catholic Church, considers vocation to the diaconate

Hollywood star Shia LaBeouf was received into the Catholic Church with the sacrament of confirmation by Winona-Rochester, Minnesota, Bishop Robert Barron on Sunday evening. The Capuchin Franciscans-Western American Province announced LaBeouf’s confirmation on their Facebook account Tuesday. “We are thrilled to share that our dear friend Shia LaBeouf has fully entered the Church this past … Read more