• New Italian Edition of the Roman Missal Published

    New Italian Edition of the Roman Missal Published

    The Daily News Bulletin of Holy See carries the news today that Pope Francis granted an audience for the ย โ€œPresentation of the new Missal of the Italian Episcopal Conference.โ€ Last year PrayTell carried a story on this new translation on its approval by Pope Francis.ย The new edition which the Italian bishopsย approvedย in 2018, will cost โ‚ฌ110…

  • The Divine Liturgy During a Time of Pandemic

    The Divine Liturgy During a Time of Pandemic

    The Liturgy is not offered only for Orthodox laity, but Christ and his body offer it on behalf of all.

  • GOSPEL COMMUNION: 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

    GOSPEL COMMUNION: 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

    Commentary on the Psallite communion antiphon โ€“ an inspiring reflection on the liturgy of the coming Sunday and feast days.

  • An Assault at Mass

    An Assault at Mass

    On 23 August, during Sunday Mass at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul in Philadelphia, a lector was assaulted.

  • Baptism Brouhaha

    Baptism Brouhaha

    A deacon, a defective baptismal formula, and a decree. I have some questions.

  • It seems to be working

    It seems to be working

    In case you didn’t see it, there is an August 19 reportย on Real Clear Science from the Thomistic Institute on the success of the common sense measure of Covid prevention in Catholic liturgical celebrations. This essay is co-authored by the Physician Members of the Thomistic Institute Working Group on Infectious Disease Protocols for Sacraments &…

  • Praying in an Election Season: Prayers for the Elections

    Loving God, creator of this world who is the source of our wisdom and understanding, watch over this nation during this time of election. Help us to see how our faith informs our principles and actions. We give thanks for the right to vote. Help us to hold this privilege and responsibility with the care…

  • 60-Second Sermon: Twenty Second Sunday of Ordinary Time

    60-Second Sermon: Twenty Second Sunday of Ordinary Time

    Jessie Bazan reflects on the Gospel Reading for the Twenty Second Sunday of Ordinary Time.

  • Windows in Walls

    Windows in Walls

    When we beautify our gaze, the grace of hidden beauty becomes our joy and our sanctuary. John O’Donohue I have been reflecting quite a bit in recent days about worship spaces. What is a “sanctuary” in these days when so many are worshiping virtually. One thing I have noticed is the conspicuous presence of windows…


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