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Icon (religion)
Saints
Celebrates the Virgin Mary in her Icon of the Sign, protector of Novgorod
Celebration of the Virgin Mary in her Icon of the Sign, protector of Novgorod, commemorating the miracle of 1150 and the apparition in Paris in 1830. Faith, hope and maternal intercession through history, prayer and liturgy.
Live
Saints, not idols: the Church and the true face of veneration
Discover how the Catholic Church distinguishes between veneration and idolatry in the use of sacred images. From the history of the Second Council of Nicaea to modern rules, explore the proper place of statues and icons in our churches, their spiritual role, and why there should not be multiple identical images of the same saint in the same place of worship. Insights into theology and popular piety in service of the faith.
Saints
Saint Josaphat unites faith
Discover the life and witness of Saint Josaphat Kuncewycz (1580-1623), bishop and martyr, architect of unity between East and West. His commitment to Christian reconciliation in 17th-century Ruthenia continues to inspire a call for peace and communion in the face of divisions.
Sapiential
«Wisdom is a spirit that is friendly to mankind. The spirit of the Lord fills the universe» (Wis 1:1-7)
Discover how the Book of Wisdom reveals a universal divine presence, a spirit that is kind to humankind and illuminates justice, purity of heart, and divine friendship. A spiritual guide to uniting faith and reason, discerning in a fragmented world, and living with an open heart.
Luke
«If seven times a day your brother returns to you saying, “I repent,” you must forgive him» (Luke 17:1-6)
Discover in this in-depth exploration of Luke 17:1-6 a path to inner liberation through daily forgiveness and faith. This text invites us to forgive unconditionally, combining truth and mercy, to rediscover the joy of loving fully. Intended for educators, couples, peacemakers, and weary believers, it offers a spiritual pedagogy based on fraternal correction, the repetition of forgiveness, and the power of a small but fruitful faith. Concrete practices, biblical roots, contemporary challenges, and liturgical prayer complete this reflection, enabling us to live as witnesses to the Word of Life.
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Salus Populi Romani — the icon that watches over Rome: history, faith and papal protection
Discover the icon Salus Populi Romani: origins, crises invoking Mary and papal devotion from Leo XIV to Pope Francis.
Apocalypse
«Here was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language» (Rev 7:2-4, 9-14)
The vision of the countless multitude in Revelation 7: universal hope, fraternity, purification in trial and Eucharistic vocation for today.
Luke
“He chose twelve of them, and named them Apostles” (Luke 6:12-19)
Choosing Twelve to Transform the World: How Jesus' Night of Prayer Illuminates Discernment, Diverse Team Building, and Practical Mission
