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2026-04-05T00:34:05-05:00

LOGO Patheos Explore the world's faith through different perspectives on religion and spirituality! Patheos has the views of the prevalent religions and spiritualities of the world.

Starting Off Easter with the Popes

Last updated on: April 5, 2026 at 12:34 am By Mark Wilson

Easter 2026 Begins Here are what some popes have said on Easter Sunday Things you can reflect and meditate on. St John Paul 2 The word “death” sticks in one’s throat. Although humanity has, during so many generations, become accustomed in a way to the reality of death and to its inevitability, it is, however, something overwhelming every time. Christ’s death had entered deeply the hearts of those closest to him, and the consciousness of the whole of Jerusalem. The... Read more

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2026-04-03T07:59:18-05:00

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The Death that Gives Life to All

Last updated on: April 3, 2026 at 7:59 am By Mark Wilson

Hidden Graveyards Scattered throughout my hometown of Cranston R.I., where I compose articles for the Catholic Bard, are little old mini cemeteries. They are very obscure and sometimes hardly noticeable unless you just happen to be looking at the right place at the right time. One such little cemetery is located right next to a gas station. After pumping gas for you to travel about the state for some destitution, you could walk over and read these living landmarks of... Read more

2026-04-02T08:21:55-05:00

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After Washing of the Feet Take and Eat

Last updated on: April 2, 2026 at 8:21 am By Mark Wilson

For Holy Thursday A selection from LIFE OF CHRIST (1923) by Giovanni Papini That book is in the public domain. The Washing of the Feet Now that He was on the point of being snatched from those whom He loved, He wished to give them a supreme proof of this love. From the time they had begun to share His life, He had always loved them, all of them, even Judas: He always loved them with a love surpassing all... Read more

2026-03-29T07:44:26-05:00

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A Picture of Palm Sunday

Last updated on: March 29, 2026 at 7:44 am By Mark Wilson

Here is a Picture of Palm Sunday As Described From A Selection from the Public Domain Work The tragedy of Calvary : (1905) or the minute details of Christ’s life from Palm Sunday morning till the resurrection and ascension taken prophecy, history, revelations and ancient writings by Meagher, Jas. L. (James Luke), 1848-1920 Setting Out On The Road Coming out of Lazarus’ house, Christ turns to the right and passes along the little street. He went two blocks to where it meets... Read more

Religious Events

2026-03-27T01:20:00-05:00

LOGO Patheos Explore the world's faith through different perspectives on religion and spirituality! Patheos has the views of the prevalent religions and spiritualities of the world.

Meet Mouse Lover and Catholic Writer Maria DiFranco

Last updated on: March 27, 2026 at 1:20 am By Mark Wilson

Our next writer is just a great friendly ball of sunshine who just happens to love mice and writing Catholic fiction. She just radiates a decent person you would want to go out to lunch with and talk about books and writing and Catholic faith and various other interesting things like robots. And Mice. So, I would like you to… Meet Catholic Author Maria DiFranco 1. Tell something interesting about yourself. I like mice. Since second grade, they have been... Read more

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2026-03-26T17:08:06-05:00

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Meet Catholic Writer Jim Sano Author of The Father’s Son

Last updated on: March 26, 2026 at 5:08 pm By Mark Wilson

Jim has a real passion for writing, and it shows in his answers to the interview questions. He is someone who appreciates the craft of writing and those who do it. A particular blog post of his describes his journey. In my teens, I remember thinking it would be cool to write a book someday, a real story that would have an impact on people and one I would be satisfied with. I didn’t need to have it published... Read more

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2026-03-23T05:58:03-05:00

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Meet Ginny Kochis the Writer of Quirky Catholic Kids

Last updated on: March 23, 2026 at 5:58 am By Mark Wilson

Ginny Kochis has written a book called Quirky Catholic Kids on the topic of neurodivergent kids. This is characteristic of her writing. It’s good to include an author who’s writing reaches out to those with special needs and those who love them. It’s a good reminder that all God’s children deserve a book written with their specific needs in mind. She’s and interesting and worth getting to know. So now it’s time to… Meet the Writer Ginny Kochis 1. Tell... Read more

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2026-03-21T07:58:29-05:00

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Meet Camper and Catholic Writer Erin Lewis

Last updated on: March 21, 2026 at 7:58 am By Mark Wilson

Our next Catholic writer doesn’t just explore fantasy in a fictional setting but sets out to explore the natural world that God created in all its splendor. She loves to pitch a tent and sleep in the great outdoors. These experiences make it into her writing. As you read each author interview, you’ll notice their likes and interests give them their unique voice in creative writing. Everyone’s faith is particular to them as they respond to God in the way... Read more

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2026-07-24T02:47:47-05:00

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Meet the Catholic Writers

Last updated on: July 24, 2026 at 2:47 am By Mark Wilson

I love the fact that many Catholic men and women have the gift of assembling words of the English language and constructing them into paragraphs that convey a story or essay reflecting the Catholic faith in some way shape or form. Some of them put these words together in blogs and some in books printed and electronically. Some compose songs, make comics or make Youtube videos or podcasts. I sent out a blog post asking various different catholic authors to... Read more

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2026-07-04T03:11:35-05:00

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The Fellowship & Fairydust of Avellina Balestri

Last updated on: July 4, 2026 at 3:11 am By Mark Wilson

Happy St. Patrick’s Day Everyone, regardless of if it’s actually that day or not, this article was published on that day. I am not Irish, not by a long shot; therefore, I’m not a descendant of a Celtic tribe who spoke the melodious Gaelic language. Part of me wishes I was whenever I hear a verse in Gaelic…there’s something about it that mesmerizes and captures your attention. A picture is created in my mind, that of a girl-woman who longs... Read more

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