miracles

Elaborate altar in a Catholic church with gold accents, statues of saints, and religious iconography. The floor features black and white checkered tiles. A statue of the Virgin Mary is prominently displayed above the altar, surrounded by ornate decorations and flowers.

How Cigarettes and the Blessed Mother can Defeat a Bolshevik Army

By John B. Manos | July 2, 2016

Quite some time ago, I read a quote that had been sent to me by a number of people, but I wasn’t really sure what to say about it other than express disgust and disappointment. Sometimes you read these things said by Cardinals and it makes you wonder if they are Catholic, or unaware of what…

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A statue of a Catholic bishop in elaborate red and gold vestments, wearing a mitre and holding religious symbols. The statue is positioned in front of an ornate door, suggesting a church setting.

Miracle: St. Gennaro’s Relics Re-Vivify for Pope Francis [VIDEOS]

By John B. Manos | March 21, 2015

I used to watch the Bob and Penny Lord shows because they had a great way of traveling around and finding some great things worldwide about the Church that were really neat. I don’t recall them covering Naples and the miracle of St. Gennaro (Januarius). I can hear what they would be saying, though. I…

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A marble tomb with a recumbent figure in brown robes, adorned with intricate patterns and floral decorations. People are gathered around, some praying or observing in a church setting. A candle is lit nearby.

The Dormition (Assumption) of Mary from Around the World

By John B. Manos | August 15, 2014

It always surprises me when somebody makes the claim that the Pope invents theology and tries to support their claim by pointing to the dogmatic pronouncement of the Assumption (Dormition) of Mary. A brief little tour of cathedrals and icons dedicated to this feast shows that the Dormition is a part of Christianity to the very…

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Official Greek government document dated November 1, 2013, from the Ministry of Interior. The text is in Greek and includes a stamp, signature, and detailed official information regarding a specific case or decision. The document is primarily text-based with formal formatting, including headers and footers.

FOLLOW UP: Architectural Office reports Weeping Icon not Tampered

By John B. Manos | November 5, 2013

LALYSSOS, Greece, a small village outside Rhodes, is home to the weeping icon of St. Michael we reported on earlier this week. Yesterday, Rhodosreports.gr posted a letter from the Greek Architectural bureau that reports the results of their investigation of the wood, veneer, and paint of the icon made because of a request by the…

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Icon depicting Saint Mary of Egypt in a desert landscape, surrounded by monks and religious figures. She is central with a halo, wearing a robe. Text at top reads 'Saint Mary of Egypt' in Cyrillic script."

You should read this: The Life of St. Mary of Egypt

By John B. Manos | March 20, 2013

The Story of Saint Mary of Egypt and Father Zosimas is a perennially rich source of grace for lent. Enjoy reading this with your family this week.

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A framed religious icon depicting a Catholic saint in ornate vestments, set against an intricately designed wooden and metallic frame. The icon features a bearded saint holding a cross, with the text "СВЯТЫЙ НИКОЛАЙ" at the top. The frame is adorned with elaborate silver patterns and floral motifs, highlighting a rich, dark wood background."

Saint Nicholas has something for Everyone – Even Pawn Brokers

By John B. Manos | December 6, 2011

Today’s feast is that of Saint Nicholas, a saint worthy of notice by anyone and everyone. He was a Bishop at the young age of 22. (22!). He is famed with resurrecting people from the dead, including three young boys who had been butchered by their father. He brought wheat to his famine struck area…

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