Recent Posts
LOST YOUR KEYS? Call on Saint Anthony!
You've lost your keys.... your checkbook.... the book you were reading. You've looked under the bed, in the drawer, on the kitchen counter -- everywhere! What are you going to do?!! Well, pray to Saint
Are You a Childless Woman Who Complains About Mother’s Day? Please Reconsider!
This year, social media platforms such as Facebook have hosted a groundswell of complaints regarding Mother's Day. Most of the hard feelings, it seems, come from good Christian women who, for one reason or another,
The Thorny Grace of It: Essays for Imperfect Catholics
I’ve gotten completely lost in this book. Picked it up, read three pages. Put it down, turned out the light. Turned on the light, read just two more pages…. Laughed out loud. Really, I can’t
Hail, Mary, Full of Grace: A New Look at the Annunciation
Today the Catholic Church commemorates the Annunciation. The solemnity is usually celebrated on March 25, nine months before the celebration of Christ's birth--except when, as this year, it falls during Holy Week or on Easter.
During Eastertide, We Pray the “Regina Coeli”
The Regina Coeli (“Queen of Heaven”) is a traditional Marian prayer. During the Easter season (from Easter until Pentecost), the Regina Coeli is recited in place of the Angelus, that ancient prayer of the Church
What Do You Tell Your Children About the Easter Bunny?
Now I make known to you, brethren, the gospel which I preached to you, which also you received, on which also you stand, by which also you are saved, if you hold fast the word which
Why Do Catholics Do That?
Whether you’re a life-long Catholic or someone who has little direct experience with Catholicism, you may have questions.
- Why do Catholics pray to Mary and the saints?
- Why so much kneeling at Mass?
- Why does the Catholic Church require attendance at Sunday Mass; can’t you pray at home or at the beach?
Here you’ll find answers to some of these and other puzzling questions about the Catholic Faith.
Seasons of Grace
Reflections on Faith, Family, and the Future of America
“Seasons of Grace” is a letter from my heart. From faith to family, from technology to travel, I’ll be touching on these topics and more—to quote an old and dear friend—through the lens of Scripture and the vantage point of my Catholic Faith. I look forward to talking with you!
Elsewhere on the Web
Here you can find my articles that have appeared in the National Catholic Register, Aleteia, and other Catholic publications. And watch this space for news of future projects!
About Kathy Schiffer
