There has always been a strained relationship between the ideal and the reality when it comes to sacred music in the liturgy. Today a new generation of millennial Catholics is … Continued
After a delicious Portuguese lunch with friends in the outdoor square of Braga, following a visit to the city’s enchanting cathedral, what could be greater than to look up and … Continued
A very exciting assignment for any young priest is the invitation, at the request of his bishop, to study abroad for an advanced degree, usually in one of the sacred … Continued
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Cape is one of Canada’s five national shrines along with Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, the Ermitage Saint-Antoine de Lac-Bouchette, St. Joseph’s Oratory of Mount Royal, and … Continued
In Europe, hotel developers and holiday seekers alike are keen on monastery properties because they are almost always found in prime locations, often perched on top of a hill or … Continued
Soaring skywards with its bold array of coloured brick, stone and slate, the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Victoria displays the confident spirituality that characterizes the best religious architecture in … Continued
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima. Those who specialize in Marian studies point out that 1830 to 1954 was the Age of … Continued
Shangchuan Island is a small and beautiful collection of rocks jutting out of the jade-coloured China Sea. Located 15 miles off the Kwangtung coast, it boasts a shrine worth visiting … Continued
Located alongside the historic St. Lawrence River, at the doors of Old Quebec, the Côte-de-Beaupré regional county reveals through its rich landscapes and cultural heritage one of North America’s premier … Continued
Canada’s religious life was enriched during the 19th century, when European religious congregations of women arrived to carry on their apostolate in a new land. Many of these communities enjoyed … Continued