Torture

Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke. At that time, Jesus said to his disciples: «They will seize you and oppress you; they will...

Discover the history of Christian martyrs in France, their enduring memory through the centuries, and the inspiration they offer today. Courage, sacrifice, and spiritual commitment: an essential legacy for contemporary faith and society.

Celebration of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a model of faith and wisdom. A young aristocrat of the 4th century, she defied imperial idolatry with her wisdom and courage, offering an example of Christian fidelity and integrity. Her martyrdom and legend, symbolized by the broken wheel and her mystical marriage to Christ, inspire an enlightened and persevering faith. Prayer, meditation, and commitment to living her message today. Mount Sinai Monastery, a place of remembrance and pilgrimage.

Honor the Holy Martyrs of Vietnam, witnesses of faith and courage. Canonized in 1988, André Dung Lac and his 116 companions suffered persecution between 1745 and 1862 for their devotion to Christ. Their example inspires fidelity and strength in the face of adversity. Discover their story, spiritual message, prayers, and commemorations.

Eleazar, a 90-year-old scribe, preferred death to eating pork forbidden by Jewish Law, embodying dignity, faith, and responsibility towards future generations during the reign of Antiochus IV Epiphanes.

Persevering in Prayer and Awaiting God's Justice: A Meditation on Persistent Faith in the Face of Divine Silence. This text invites us to understand, through the parable of the unjust judge (Luke 18:1-8), how to maintain patient faith when God seems to delay his actions, drawing on an analysis that blends theology, spiritual psychology, and everyday life. It emphasizes that divine justice, far from being an automatic remedy, unfolds over a period that is often long, where praying without discouragement becomes an act of active trust. It calls us to persevere in prayer, hope, and righteous action, even in times of waiting and silence. Key biblical reference: Gospel according to Saint Luke 18:1-8.

Work is not simply a source of income: at the heart of human existence, it is a place where the individual...

Discover the Gospel according to Saint Matthew, a key New Testament narrative that presents the life, teachings, and miracles of Jesus Christ, emphasizing his role as Messiah and the fulfillment of prophecies.