In its present form the custom of displaying figures depicting the birth of Jesus Christ owes its origin to St. Francis of Assisi, who made the Christmas crèche or manger for Christmas Eve of 1223.
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Whenever our Lady appears on earth it is to remind us of something that we are neglecting. She never comes to reveal something new, but to express in a new and forceful way what we should already know.
Is it an impossible ideal to imitate the Immaculate Virgin as St Josemaria would have us do?
Today, as we look forward to Christmas and the New Year 2022, we are making a special appeal to all of our friends and subscribers who have never given before to the St. Josemaria Institute.
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The use of the Christmas tree is relatively modern. Its origins are found in the medieval mystery plays that depicted the tree of paradise and the Christmas light or candle that symbolized Christ, the Light of the world.
In the meditations for this month’s Recollection, we reflect on “The Life of Jesus” and “The Importance of Doctrinal Formation.”
Sometimes when we hear the Gospel proclaimed at Mass we are so encouraged and consoled that we think: I cannot be lost. Other times we hear it and we might think: How will I ever be saved?
The use of the Advent Wreath is a traditional practice which has found its place in the Church as well as in the home. The blessing of an Advent Wreath takes place on the First Sunday of Advent.
Head in to the New Year with the goal to read more each day by following the St. Josemaria Institute Book of the Month Series!
Jesus replied to Pilate’s questioning: My kingship is not of this world… At a later stage in the interview Jesus tells the Roman Procurator: I am a king. For this I was born… Although the Reign of Christ is not of this world, it has its beginnings here.
Join the St. Josemaria Institute in praying our annual Novena to the Immaculate Conception from November 29 – December 7, 2021.
“Advent is here!” And the St. Josemaria Institute invites you to join us this season as we prepare our hearts and homes for the celebration of the Nativity of Jesus Christ.
Christian identity begins and ends with childhood—the unique childhood of the children of God.
For many, the first challenge of the day is overcoming our desire to put off the “million pinpricks” ahead. Dedicating yourself to this one spiritual practice lets you start the day with a victory that will most likely pave the way for more.
In the meditations for this month’s Recollection, we reflect on “Our Vocational Sense of Life” and “The Pursuit of Holiness.”
A reflection on love for the sacred liturgy must begin beneath an old tree.
The St. Josemaria Institute is hosting a virtual fundraiser in collaboration with CORDA— a Catholic small business that makes candles with custom scents directly inspired by saints and the faith!
In this paradise everyone feels free, at home, accepted, and loved in ways which far surpass whatever freedom, acceptance, or love we have ever experienced on earth. Here, we meet the saints as friends.
As we celebrate October, the month of the holy Rosary, the St. Josemaria Institute speaks with Katie Luangkhot about living as a witness to the Catholic faith, Marian devotion, and incorporating the Rosary into a family prayer life.
The Church dedicates the entire month of October to the Holy Rosary so that individuals, families, and communities would pray the Holy Rosary, if possible, on a daily basis for peace in the world.