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Send us a textWe follow Saint John from the shore of Galilee to the upper room, from Calvary to Patmos, to learn how the Sacred Heart shapes discipleship, prayer, and mission. Scripture, the Catechism, the Fathers, and sacred art guide us into Eucharistic intimacy and merciful witness.• John's call as a model of total discipleship• The Last Supper and resting on Christ's heart• Calvary, blood and water, and the sacraments• Johannine theology of love and the Incarnation• First epistle on concrete charity and mercy• Patmos, hope, and divine mercy for the faithful• Early Church Fathers' testimony about John• Icons and art as visual catechesis• Modern discipleship lessons of receptivity, fidelity, humility, missionBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit Journeysoffaith.com website todaySaint John the Evangelist CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace Saint Stephen's path from humble service to fearless witness, exploring how Eucharistic faith, Scriptural depth, and Marian surrender formed a mercy that forgave amid stones. We share practical ways to anchor courage in prayer and live a bold, charitable Catholic life.• why Stephen was chosen as a deacon and what that reveals about service rooted in prayer• how the choosing of the seven set a model for diakonia• Stephen's Scripture-soaked preaching and fearless charity• the Sanhedrin trial and the vision of Christ in glory• martyrdom as mercy and forgiveness as strength• Eucharistic foundations of courage and witness• Marian echoes of total surrender and trust• living bold faith amid modern cultural pressure• practical steps to embody Stephen's legacy todayBe sure to click the link in the description for special news item, and since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit journeysoffaith.com website todaySaint Stephen CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace the road from Nazareth to Bethlehem and show how ancient prophecies meet real history in the birth of Jesus. From Micah and Isaiah to the Magi's star and the tears at Rama, we follow a thread of humility, courage and steadfast hope.• Roman census as the hinge of providence• Micah's Bethlehem promise fulfilled in detail• Isaiah's Emmanuel realized in Mary's fiat• Davidic lineage and the shape of true kingship• Shepherds as first witnesses and messengers of joy• The manger as a sign of poverty and glory• The star, the Magi and Balaam's oracle• Rachel's weeping and the innocence of martyrdom• Flight into Egypt and Hosea's echo of deliverance• Joseph's silent obedience as a model of faith• A call to live fulfilled prophecy with courageBlessed Christmas from Journeys of Faith be sure to click the link in the description for special news item and since there is more to this article finish reading and check out the special offerBlessed Christmas from Journeys of FaithOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace the hush of Christmas Eve to the blazing heart of the liturgy, where midnight becomes Bethlehem and the altar becomes a manger. Scripture, carols, light, confession, and Mary all draw us to the Bread of Heaven and a renewed call to unity and mission.• Midnight Mass as a bold yes to heaven• Eucharist as the fulfillment of manna and Bethlehem• Advent preparation through confession and silence• Family procession to the crèche as living catechesis• Symbols of light as defiance against darkness• Genealogy and Kalenda anchoring salvation history• Carols as Eucharistic catechism and unity• Mary as the first tabernacle and model of fiat• Mission after Communion, one heart, one mind, one spiritVisit our online Catholic store for inspiring resources, sacramentals, and unique Christmas gifts that echo the faith of the saintsSign up for our email community and receive exclusive content, saints' stories, and meditations, always faithful to the magisterium, always aimed at heavenBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit Journeysoffaith.com website todayOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace the hidden holiness of Saint John Canti, the scholar priest whose charity mended jugs, multiplied bread, and converted thieves. His fidelity to the magisterium and deep Eucharistic devotion offer a practical path to mercy today.• scholar priest forming minds and hearts• hidden works of mercy shaping city life• the broken jug and multiplied loaves• honesty that disarms violence on the road• fidelity to the magisterium with humility• Eucharistic devotion fueling service• holy friendship with John of Capistrano• practical steps to live mercy and truthVisit Journeys of Faith and take your next step with us because our goal is heaven, and we invite you to walk this journey togetherBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemSince there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit journeysoffaith.com website todaySaint John Kanty CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe lead a guided pilgrimage to Bethlehem's cave, tracing how prophecy, place, and liturgy meet in the Incarnation and flow into the Eucharist. Along the way we learn from Joseph's silent courage, Mary's Fiat, and the Franciscans' faithful custody of the Nativity.• prophecy fulfilled in Bethlehem and Emmanuel made present• the grotto's geography as sacrament of humility and grace• manger to altar and the Eucharist as Bethlehem today• Midnight Mass, chants and veneration at the silver star• praying the Joyful Mysteries in the shepherds' fields• Saint Joseph's model of fatherhood and steadfast action• Marian devotion as doorway to the Word made flesh• Franciscan custodianship and unity among Christians• invitation to virtual pilgrimages, retreats and givingBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to you in Bethlehem at ChristmasVisit journeysoffaith.com website todayBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerJourneys of FaithOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe explore how to encounter the child Jesus through the Holy Family, grounding daily life in Scripture, the catechism, and living traditions. We share practical ways to make a little Nazareth at home through prayer, consecration, and the witness of saints.• biblical roots of holy family spirituality• nazareth as a school of love and obedience• mary's fiat as a model for surrender• joseph's creative courage and protection• praying with the crèche as visual catechesis• eucharistic echoes in family routines• feast of the holy family practices• rosary with a holy family focus• insights from thérèse, teresa, and john paul ii• resources and invitations from journeys of faithBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to you in Holy Family SpiritualityVisit or experience the Holy Family mission, whether on site in Morralton, Arkansas, or virtuallySubscribe to our newsletter and follow our latest virtual pilgrimages where faith meets modern mediaBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offer.Journeys of Faith Online ShopOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace how Francis's living nativity at Greccio and Clare's Eucharistic miracle unveil Christmas as a present-tense invitation to incarnate love. From Marian devotion to family practices, we show simple ways to turn homes into living mangers.• Greccio as the first living crèche and its meaning• Clare's Christmas vision and Eucharistic devotion• Christmas as foreshadowing of the Eucharist• Marian reverence shaping Franciscan humility• Distinct vocations of Francis and Clare in harmony• Practical steps for families to live the mystery• Adoration, simplicity, and service as daily habitsBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to youVisit journeys of faith todayBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit Journeysoffaith.com website todayJourneys of Faith Online CollectionsOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe explore Miracles of the Child Jesus and why devotion to the Holy Infant still heals hearts, strengthens families, and renews trust in God. Stories from Scripture, saints, Eucharistic miracles, and global traditions show a living faith that is tender and powerful.• authors' conversion and apostolate rooted in Eucharistic miracles• purpose of the book as catechesis and invitation to trust• historical and biblical roots of devotion to the Christ Child• Eucharistic signs that foster childlike faith and sanctity• saints' encounters with the Child Jesus and their fruits• Marian connections at Guadalupe and Loreto• healing testimonies linked to the Infant of Prague• practical steps to deepen devotion at home and in parish lifeOrder your copy of Miracles of the Child Jesus from our online store or visit the Holy Family Mission in Arkansas to experience our vast collection of Catholic resourcesGift this book to your loved ones, parish library, or Catholic gift shopJoin our global faith community, subscribe to our newsletter, watch our EWTN series, and connect on pilgrimage, physical or virtual, so you never journey aloneYour purchase helps fund retreats, media, and our apostolate's missionChild Jesus CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe explore the biblical roots, theology, and living traditions of devotion to the Divine Child Jesus, guided by the lives of Anthony of Padua, Teresa of Avila, and Therese of Lisieux. Along the way we connect Bethlehem to the Eucharist and offer simple practices for childlike trust.• biblical foundations for devotion to the infant Jesus• theology of divine childhood and humility• Saint Anthony's vision and spiritual surrender• Teresa of Avila's playful prayer and simplicity• Therese's little way of confidence and love• Santo Niño and global traditions of the Christ Child• Eucharist as today's Bethlehem and adoration• Mary as pathway to welcoming the Infant• practical steps to foster childlike faith• modern witnesses and communities devoted to the ChildBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to you in Saints in Love with the Divine Child JesusShop our curated collection of statues, sacred art, and devotional aid centered on the divine child Jesus, perfect for your home, parish, or Catholic storeExplore our exclusive media, dive into EWTN programs, books, and video pilgrimages that illuminate the lives of saints devoted to Jesus in his holy infancyJoin a virtual pilgrimage with us to the shrines and miracle sites where saints beheld the child Jesus, deepening your own faith journeySupport our ministry, every purchase, share, or prayer fuels our evangelization efforts, helping Catholics everywhere discover the transforming love of ChristBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit journeysoffaith.com website todayExplore Divine Child Jesus CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe walk through seven Catholic Christmas traditions that anchor the season in worship, family prayer, and evangelization, from Midnight Mass to the Advent wreath. Each practice shows how the domestic church grows in holiness, obedience, and joy while pointing to the Eucharist.• mission to preserve sacred Christmas traditions• Midnight Mass and Eucharistic adoration as the heart of the feast• blessing the family nativity with scripture and hymn• the O Antiphons as a school of hope and doctrine• hosting Las Posadas to practice mercy and welcome• Saint Lucy's candlelight breakfast as witness to light and service• creating a Jesse Tree to trace salvation history and saints• lighting the Advent wreath with nightly reflections and prayer• living these devotions in obedience to the magisteriumBe sure to click the link in the description for special news item, and since there is more This article, finish reading and check out the special offer, visit journeysof.com website todayOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace Saint John of the Cross's map up Mount Carmel—from detachment and dark nights to transforming union—grounded in Scripture, prayer, and the Eucharist. We share practical steps for recollection, the role of Mary as Star of Carmel, and a clear path for beginners and seasoned seekers alike.• life and mission of Saint John of the Cross • biblical meaning of Mount Carmel • the purgative, illuminative, unitive ways • active night of the senses and practical detachment • passive night and God-led purification • dark night of the spirit toward transforming union • faith, hope, and charity as rungs of ascent • recollection and silence with step-by-step guidance • Eucharist as summit and sustenance • Mary as mother and model of trustBe sure to click the link in the description for special news item And since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offer Visit journeysoffaith.com website todaySaint John of The Cross CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace Saint Lucy's journey from Syracuse to martyrdom, exploring the miracles, symbols, and traditions that shape her patronage of sight and her enduring witness to Christ. We also share prayers, novenas, and practical ways to deepen devotion through Advent.• origins in Syracuse and early vow• courage under Diocletian's persecution• dowry given to the poor• miracles of immovability and restored sight• symbolism of eyes, light, and the Eucharist• feast day customs across Italy and Scandinavia• connection with Saint Agatha and Sicilian sanctity• Saint Lucy in Dante's Divine Comedy• prayers and novenas for healing of sight• resources, pilgrimages, and devotional toolsBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit JourneysofFaith.com website todaySaint Lucy CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe from Tepeyac to today, showing how a mother's image, a peasant's yes, and roses in winter shaped a continental mission. We connect her symbols, pro-life witness, and evangelization method to our work and your next step in faith.• Guadalupe's historical context and the apparitions • Meaning of the tilma's symbols across cultures • Juan Diego's humble yes and lasting mission • Love driven evangelization versus force or prestige • Signs and wonders for modern skeptics • Guadalupe as patroness of the new evangelization • A continental call from Tepeyac to the Americas • Pro life witness under Mary's mantle • Pilgrimage, books, media, and community as next stepsVisit Journeys of Faith online and let's journey together toward deeper devotion Discover Virgin Mary's shop, but be sure to click the link in the description for special news item Finish reading and check out the special offer. Visit Journeysoffaith.com website todayOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace the story of the Holy House of Loreto from legend to living devotion, weighing investigations, miracles, and art while giving step-by-step guidance for a 2026 pilgrimage. Along the way we explore ex votos, the Loreto Litany, global influence, and practical travel tips.• origins of the Loreto legend and the Holy House • investigations, archival records, and skepticism • milestones in devotion and annual feast on 10 December • miracle testimonies and the role of ex votos • Loreto Litany, novenas, processions, pilgrimage of the sick • basilica architecture, artworks, and the Black Madonna • planning for 2026 jubilee events and logistics • travel, safety, accessibility, and visitor guidance • global spread of Loreto shrines and digital prayerBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to you in the account of the translation of the Holy House of LaredoDiscover Virgin Mary's shop, but be sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit Journeysoffaith.com website todayShrine of the Holy House Replica in ArkansasOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace the Immaculate Conception from Scripture's hints and Old Testament types through the Fathers, medieval debate, and the 1854 definition, showing how Mary's grace magnifies Christ's redemption. Along the way, we clear up the Virgin Birth confusion and answer common objections with clarity and charity.• biblical foundations in Luke 1:28 and Genesis 3:15• Mary as new Eve and Ark typology• patristic testimony to Mary's unique holiness• medieval debates and Duns Scotus' preservative redemption• Trent's caution and space for development• Ineffabilis Deus as definitive articulation• difference between Immaculate Conception and Virgin Birth• responses to biblical and historical objections• Mary's role in salvation history and hope for believersBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit Journeysoffaith.com website todayThe Immaculate Conception CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textIn the shadowed halls of Christendom's earliest centuries, when mighty empires clashed and heresies threatened the very foundations of our faith, a singular voice rose above the din—a voice that would echo through the ages for all who cherish the tangible beauty of our Catholic spiritual heritage. That voice belonged to Saint John Damascene. Known as the steadfast Defender of Icons and a luminous Champion of Incarnational Worship, his fearless testimony helped safeguard the truths that we hold dear, touching not just theologians and clergy, but countless faithful who draw strength and inspiration from the living witness of the saints.At Journeys of Faith, we honor torchbearers like Saint John Damascene, recognizing how powerfully their teachings ripple into our own pilgrimage of faith. Born into a world of political upheaval and religious persecution, John's unwavering love for the Church and the Eucharist became a beacon, guiding the faithful through turbulent storms. He stood resilient against iconoclasts, those who sought to strip Christian worship of its sacred images and incarnational intimacy. Saint John understood that to venerate an icon is not idolatry, but an act of faith—rooted deeply in the mystery of the Incarnation, where God took on flesh and dwelt among us.As Catholic evangelizers, inheritors of a tradition rich with Eucharistic miracles and the radiant examples of the saints, we are called to the same courage and clarity. Through the lens of Saint John Damascene's life and legacy, let us journey together—One Heart, One Mind, One Spirit, With One Vision!—to rediscover the profound beauty of our faith and the essential role that holy images play in drawing us ever closer to Christ.Saint John Damascene CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace the life of Saint Juan Diego from humble beginnings to the Tepeyac apparitions, highlighting how Mary's message in Nahuatl united wounded communities and inspired enduring faith. We explore the tilma's symbolism, Juan Diego's compassion for his uncle, and the Church's discernment.• Juan Diego's origins and Franciscan formation• Tepeyac as the meeting place of cultures and grace• Our Lady's request for a church and words of consolation• Miracle of roses and the tilma before Bishop Zumárraga• Symbolism on the image and scriptural echoes• Care for his ailing uncle as a model of charity• Indigenous encounter with the Gospel and mass conversions• Legacy of humble obedience and practical discipleship• Ways to connect with Journeys of Faith resourcesPlease consider making a donation or exploring our collections today to support our workRemember, we have Thanksgiving weekend sale at journeysoffaith.comBe sure to click the link in the description for special news item and since there is more to this articleFinish reading and check out the special offerVisit journeysoffaith.com website todaySaint Juan Diego CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace Saint Francis Xavier's path from a restless scholar in Paris to a tireless missionary across India, Southeast Asia, and Japan, and his unfulfilled dream of China. Eucharistic devotion, simple presence, and Ignatian friendship form the backbone of his witness and our call today.• early life in Navarre and conversion in Paris• Ignatian friendship shaping a missionary vocation• Goa as springboard for Asian evangelization• pastoral work among southern India fishing villages• Malacca and the Spice Islands mission growth• respectful engagement with Japan's samurai culture• desire for China and the limits he faced• Eucharist as the heart of mission• reports of healings and signs as invitations to faith• lessons from his letters for modern evangelizers• our invitation to deepen faith and act nowPlease remember that our Thanksgiving sale is active until midnight, Monday, December 1stVisit our gift shop, find religious gifts that inspire spiritual growth for your loved ones or parish, all while supporting our mission and ministryFinish reading and check out the special offerVisit journeysoffaith.com website todaySaint Francis Xavier CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe explore how saints shape daily life through stories, symbols and intercession, and we explain canonization in plain language with practical takeaways. Francis, Teresa, Joan and Thérèse help us see courage, mercy and the “little way” as paths we can walk today.• why saints still matter for modern life• the stages of canonization and why they exist• four saints as models of virtue and action• how symbols and iconography teach at a glance• patron saints for concrete needs and moments• prayer cards and intercession as daily anchors• simple ways to live courage, mercy and hope• our mission to evangelize through Catholic mediaPlease remember that our Thanksgiving sale is active until midnight, Monday, December 1stPlease consider making a donation or exploring our collections today to support our workRemember, we have Thanksgiving weekend sale at journeysoffaith.comBe sure to click the link in the description for special news item and since there is more to this articleFinish reading and check out the special offerVisit journeysoffaith.com website todayCatholic Saints CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace a path from Scripture to modern shrines to show how pilgrimage trains the heart in thanksgiving. Stories of Eucharistic miracles, Marian sanctuaries, saintly travelers, and practical disciplines invite us to turn steps into praise and gratitude into a way of life.• Biblical roots of journey and thanksgiving • Meaning of Catholic pilgrimages as living prayer • Eucharistic miracles as signs that nourish faith • Marian shrines and the voice of the Magnificat • Saintly examples of praise on the road • Spiritual preparation through prayer, fasting, confession • Simple prayers to carry along the way • Offering Mass intentions of gratitude at shrines • Invitation to take action and join our communityStart your pilgrimage with Journeys of Faith today, where every step draws you closer to holiness Remember, we have Thanksgiving weekend sale at journeysoffaith.com Be sure to click the link in the description for special news item and since there is more to this article Finish reading and check out the special offer Visit journeysoffaith.com website todayHappy Thanksgiving20% Off All items at Journeys of Faith Thursday through Monday no code necessary just add to cart. Open by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace Saint Catherine of Alexandria's path from royal upbringing to courageous conversion, from debates that sparked conversions to a martyrdom marked by serenity and miracle. Faith and reason walk together as we reflect on her Eucharistic strength, medieval devotion, and lasting witness.• early life in Alexandria and pursuit of wisdom• personal conversion shaped by prayer and study• debates with imperial philosophers and mass conversions• imprisonment, mystical consolations, and Eucharistic sustenance• martyrdom, breaking wheel miracle, and spiritual meaning• questions of historicity and enduring impact• rise of medieval devotion and patronage of scholars• call to courage, holiness, and intellectual charityFinish reading and check out the special offerVisit JourneysofFaith.com website todayExplore Saint Catherine of Alexandria MediaOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWhat if belonging could heal fragmentation? We turn to Mystici Corporis Christi, Pope Pius XII's 1943 encyclical, to rediscover the Church as a living body where Christ is the head, the Holy Spirit is the soul, and every baptized person shares real dignity and purpose. This is not abstract theology—it's a map for identity, unity, and hope when the world feels pulled apart.We unpack how the encyclical reframes the Church from an institution into a communion of life. Christ continues his saving work—teaching, healing, sanctifying—through the members of his Body, and the Spirit powers every movement toward holiness and charity. That vision bridges the divide between spiritual life and everyday life, calling us to bring prayer into work, compassion into conflict, and integrity into public witness. We highlight why no vocation is second-class, how hidden sacrifices strengthen the whole, and where personal gifts meet the needs of the community.Against the backdrop of World War II and the dehumanizing ideologies it spawned, this teaching affirmed the equal dignity of every person and called the faithful to resist any system that divides or devalues. We connect that courage to today's challenges: polarization, anxiety, and competing identities. Practical steps emerge—seeing others first as brothers and sisters, suffering with those who suffer, rejoicing with those who rejoice, and letting the Eucharist anchor our unity. The goal is simple and demanding: become living members who allow Christ to live his mercy through us.If you're longing for a faith that feels embodied, relational, and mission-driven, this conversation offers a clear path forward. Subscribe, share this episode with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review to help more listeners find the message of Mystici Corporis Christi.Mystici Corporis ChristiOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace how the Eucharist stands as the source and summit of Christian life and why the Mass is a living encounter, not a routine. Scripture, tradition, miracles, and practical steps for preparation and participation show how grace moves from altar to heart.• mission and history of Journeys of Faith • Eucharist as source and summit of Christian life • scriptural foundations for real presence • preparing heart and mind before Mass • active participation of mind, body and soul • liturgy of the Word as living dialogue • offertory as personal surrender with Christ • consecration and transubstantiation explained • Eucharistic miracles that renew faith • being sent as living tabernacles of loveTake the next step, deepen your encounter with the Eucharist Embark on a virtual pilgrimage Delve into our flagship book, This is my body, this is my blood, miracles of the Eucharist Join our prayer network Visit our Catholic gift shop Finish reading and check out the special offer Visit JourneysofFaith.com website todayEucharist CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe explore the mustard seed parable through history, Scripture, and lived faith, moving from ancient fields to Eucharistic mystery and the witness of Mary and the saints. The theme is simple and strong: small acts of trust grow into shelter for others.• meaning of the mustard seed in first‑century Palestine• the parable within the wider Gospel arc of hidden growth• insights from Augustine, Cyril, and Aquinas• Eucharistic faith as greatness under humble signs• Mary as receptive soil and model of consent• saints who embody smallness with courage and joy• silence, prayer, and hidden growth beneath the surface• hospitality and mission as branches welcoming the least• practical ways to let faith take root todayTake the next step in your journey of faith… Explore Catholic media, books, videos, and digital content on Eucharistic miracles, marriage apparitions, and saintly lives… Join virtual pilgrimages… Shop for sacred gifts… Visit journeysoffaith.com. Finish reading and check out the special offer.Explore Journeys of Faith Online StoreOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace the mystery of Mary's presentation in the Temple, linking ancient tradition, Temple symbolism, and family holiness to a practical call for renewal. History, liturgy, and doctrine converge as we invite listeners to consecrate daily life to Christ with Mary as model.• historical roots in the Protoevangelium of James and early Eastern devotion• spread of the feast to the West and papal support• Temple symbolism fulfilled in Christ and reflected in Mary• Mary's consecration and perpetual virginity as a sign of undivided love• November 21 liturgy across East and West• Joachim and Anne as models for parents and families• Scripture, Tradition, and the canon's silence as an invitation to contemplation• saints and popes who deepened the feast's place in the Church• practical steps for renewing personal consecrationBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to youExplore our Marian resources, discover books, documentaries, and audio guidesJoin us online or in person at Holy Family Mission in ArkansasStay connected, subscribe to our newsletter and never miss an uplifting story, insightful teaching, or special eventBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemVisit JourneysofFaith.com website todayOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - click Here

Send us a textWe trace the pilgrim way with Saint Augustine, from restless desire to hopeful steps toward heaven. Grace initiates, free will responds, and the sacraments feed and forgive as we walk together with the saints.• our goal is heaven as daily orientation• Augustine's restlessness as compass for the soul• grace and free will cooperating in conversion• the Eucharist as viaticum for pilgrims• confession as courage to begin again• humility and charity as the pilgrim's garments• communion of saints as companions and intercessors• prayer and contemplation as daily rhythm• seeking purpose through truth in Christ• discipleship that evangelizes along the roadFinish reading and check out the special offerVisit JourneysofFaith.com website todayOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - click Here

Send us a textWe trace the universal call to holiness from Scripture and the Catechism into daily life, showing how grace, sacraments, prayer, virtue, and the Beatitudes shape a realistic path to sainthood. Stories of saints and clear practices turn a high ideal into steps anyone can take today.• baptism as identity and mission • holiness as practical and universal • Scripture and Vatican II on sanctity • grace through the sacraments as fuel • prayer rhythms that anchor the day • Eucharist as source of transformation • lessons from Thérèse, Francis, Gianna, José • seven virtues as a growth framework • Beatitudes applied to modern life • love of God and neighbor as the heart of sainthoodVisit journeys of faith and take your first inspired step Be sure to click the link in the description for special news item And since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offer Visit JourneysofFaith.com website todayExplore Journeys of Faith Catholic Saints ShopOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe explore Don Bosco's prophetic dream of the storm-tossed ship and show how Mary and the Eucharist guide the Church to safe harbor. From Turin's streets to today's parishes, we draw a simple roadmap for peace, renewal, and courage.• meaning of the ship, storm and pillars • Eucharist as real presence and anchor • Mary Help of Christians as maternal guide • history of 19th century Turin and youth outreach • spiritual warfare and practical devotions • scriptural roots in John 6 and Luke 1 • magisterium on Marian and Eucharistic centrality • steps for families, parishes and personal prayerFinish reading and check out the special offer Visit JourneysofFaith.com website todayOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe trace the life of Saint Gemma Galgani, from early loss and quiet devotion to mystical union with Christ through the Sacred Heart, the stigmata, and profound Eucharistic love. Guided by Father Germano, she models obedience, spiritual warfare, and hope that still sparks miracles.• early formation in prayer and charity• conversion shaped by suffering and surrender• devotion to the Sacred Heart and reparation• discerned visions and the role of her guardian angel• stigmata and union with Christ's Passion• obedience to her confessor and the Passionist charism• Eucharistic adoration and daily Communion• miracles and intercession after death• diaries and letters as a guide to holiness• clear call to persevere in prayer and trustFinish reading and check out the special offerVisit JourneysofFaith.com website todayExplore Saint Gemma Galgani CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe trace how doubt becomes devotion through Eucharistic miracles, from Lanciano and Bolsena-Orvieto to the kneeling mule of Rimini and Saint Clare's defense of Assisi. We also look at Blessed Carlo Acutis, scientific studies, and the lessons these witnesses offer today.• theme of doubt transformed by Eucharistic miracles• mission of Journeys of Faith and invitation to reflect• Lanciano account and conversion to mission• Bolsena-Orvieto miracle and birth of Corpus Christi• Saint Anthony's mule and public witness• Saint Clare's monstrance and protection of her convent• Blessed Carlo's digital catalog and modern witness• Saint Juliana's vision shaping the liturgical calendar• scientific analyses at Lanciano and Buenos Aires• practical lessons for today's doubtersBe sure to click the link in the description for special news item and since there is more to this article. Finish reading and check out the special offer. Visit journeysoffaith.com website today.Finish reading this article https://journeysoffaith.com/blogs/newsExplore Eucharistic Miracles CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe share how Catholic audiobooks turn commutes, chores, and quiet moments into real encounters with prayer, doctrine, saints, Eucharistic miracles, and Marian devotion. Our goal is transformation, not just inspiration, with clear steps to start today.• why audio deepens faith and builds habit• saints' lives as patterns for modern holiness• praying the Rosary, chaplets, and novenas with guidance• catechesis that explains doctrine for daily life• Eucharistic miracles that renew reverence• Marian apparitions that invite repentance and hope• family friendly stories that form children• practical ways to begin and keep goingDownload now, grab our Catholic audiobooks and let the stories of saints, Eucharistic miracles, and Marian apparitions fill your day with graceExplore virtual pilgrimages, can't travel, no problemVisit Journeysoffaith.com website todayBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemsCatholic Audiobooks Downloads CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe explore why the lives of the saints still matter, moving from raw witness and practical prayer to Eucharistic and Marian devotion, with concrete ways to begin. Their hard-won wisdom becomes a roadmap for modern struggles and a call to act with courage and love.• why reading saints' lives is transformative, not passive• flawed people becoming models of heroic virtue• connecting Augustine, Thérèse, and Kolbe to modern challenges• learning perseverance amid suffering and dryness• deepening Eucharistic devotion through concrete practices• simple, repeatable prayer habits for daily life• Marian devotion as a path to Christ• the communion of saints as an active family of intercessors• how to engage with Journeys of Faith resourcesStart your journey at Journeys of Faith today. Visit our website today and start your journey with Journeys of Faith. Be sure to click the link in the description for special news items.Explore Journeys of Faith StoreOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe trace the bold, tender reform of Saint Charles Borromeo, from Trent and the Roman Catechism to parish schools, seminary renewal, Eucharistic devotion, and courage during plague. We share why clarity, presence, and charity still rebuild the Church today.• noble upbringing shaping a call to service• leadership at the Council of Trent and doctrinal clarity• the Roman Catechism as pastoral roadmap• founding CCD to catechize children and workers• seminary reform and ongoing clergy formation• pastoral visitations restoring parishes and trust• confronting error with truth and mercy together• Eucharistic devotion as the heart of renewal• courage and charity during the 1576 plague• practical insights from his spiritual writings• an invitation to learn, pray, and evangelizeTake the first step today, visit Journeys of Faith online, and let Saint Charles Borromeo's example ignite your soulBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemsCatholic Saints ShopOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe trace the life of Saint Martin de Porres from Lima's barrios to the Dominican convent, exploring how his humility, Eucharistic devotion, and radical charity forged a path of healing and unity. We share practical steps to imitate his service and invite you to walk with us.• Early life, Afro‑Peruvian roots, and apprenticeship• Dominican lay brother vocation and hidden work• Miracles of healing and multiplication• Charity to the poor, sick, and abandoned• Humility as strength and path to sanctity• Eucharistic and Marian devotion as fuel for service• Lessons for racial reconciliation and human dignity• Patronage of healthcare workers and social justice• Canonization by Pope John XXIII and legacy• Prayers, novena, and practical devotions today• Invitation to explore resources and pilgrimagesVisit our website today and start your journey with Journeys of FaithBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemsBrowse our Catholic Saints CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textNote: This article is from Bob and Penny Lord's book "Victories of the Rosary"We trace how prayer, especially the rosary, moves from last resort to first response and how Mary's intercession frames courage in personal crisis and across history. Stories span a near-fatal car incident to Lepanto, Vienna, Sri Lanka, Austria, Brazil, the Philippines, and New Orleans.• prayer as armor, not fallback• Mary's motherly protection and intercession• angels and saints interwoven with Eucharistic life• a near-crash testimony and discernment of grace• historical victories linked to rosary processions• Lepanto and Vienna as models of trusting leadership• nonviolent power in Brazil and the Philippines• Sri Lanka spared and Austria's peaceful turn• New Orleans' Prompt Succor and the 1812 fire• hope, surrender, and beginning with prayer• invitation to join pilgrimages and explore resourcesJoin us on a journey of faith. Visit our website today and start your journey with Journeys of Faith. Be sure to click the link in the description for special news items.Browse the Virgin Mary Shop at Journeys of FaithOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe explore the multifaceted nature of Marian apparitions through Scripture, tradition, and history, tracing how consistent messages of prayer, repentance, peace, and Eucharistic devotion continue to renew the Church. Along the way, we examine credible signs, the lives of visionaries, and the cultural impact from Guadalupe to Lourdes and Fatima.• scriptural groundwork for Marian imagery and presence • tradition and early accounts shaping devotion • common themes of prayer, repentance, and peace • miracles and physical signs including Fatima and Lourdes • role of visionaries and their spiritual formation • local parish renewal and global impact on the Church • prophetic warnings and the call to conversion • link between apparitions and Eucharistic devotion • cultural expressions in Mexico, Portugal, and France • scientific scrutiny of healings and artifactsSupport our mission as a 501c3 nonprofit. Visit our website today and start your journey with Journeys of FaithApparitions of Our Lady ShopOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe trace the apparitions of Our Lady of Akita through the life of Sister Agnes Sasagawa and the Handmaids of the Eucharist, set against postwar Japan. We unpack the three messages, the Eucharistic focus, the weeping statue, healings, and the link to Fatima, then invite concrete steps of prayer and penance.• Postwar Japan context and Catholic minority• Sister Agnes's conversion, deafness and vocation• Founding and charism of the Handmaids of the Eucharist• First apparition and call to reparation• Three messages of Akita and their urgency• Parallels with Fatima and shared themes• Centrality of the Eucharist and reverence• Reported healings and investigated cures• The weeping statue's signs and symbolism• Stigmata as participation in Christ's Passion• Practical response through rosary, confession and adoration• Our ministry's resources, pilgrimages and mediaTake the next step on your pilgrimage of faith with these transformative opportunities... Explore our resources... Join a pilgrimage... Shop devotional treasures... Let's journey together, visit Journeys of Faith today, and let the messages of Akita ignite your faith anew. Be sure to click the link in the description for special news itemsBrowse our Virgin Mary Shop CollectionsOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe trace Saint Michael the Archangel from Scripture to shrines and into everyday life, showing how his mission guards the Eucharist and strengthens the faithful against real spiritual battles. We share practical ways to invoke his protection for families, homes, and parishes and invite you to stand with us under his shield.• Michael's identity as defender and guardian • Scriptural roots in Daniel and Revelation • Meaning of Quis Ut Deus as a battle cry • Pope Leo XIII's vision and the Saint Michael prayer • Apparitions and shrines at Gargano, Mont Saint Michel, and Rome • Spiritual warfare and concrete practices of vigilance • Protection of families, homes, and parishes • Invoking Michael during personal and communal crises • Insights from Origen, Basil, and Gregory the Great • Our mission to defend the Eucharist and deepen devotionJoin us in honoring Saint Michael the Archangel. Explore our resources, shop with purpose, join a pilgrimage, and connect online. Let's stand under Saint Michael's shield together; visit Journeys of Faith today and take the next step on your path to sanctification.Browse our Saint Michael CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe trace the Supplica to Our Lady of Pompeii from ash-covered streets to living rooms, and show how a simple, bold prayer can steady families facing heavy burdens. Bartolo Longo's fierce conversion, practical steps, Scripture, and the Rosary converge into a clear path of deliverance and hope.• origins of the supplica in nineteenth century Pompeii• the conversion and mission of Blessed Bartolo Longo• why Marian intercession matters for families• how to prepare heart and space before praying• step-by-step guide to reciting the supplica• full text highlights and core petitions• Scripture passages to anchor your prayer• timing on May 8 and first Sunday in October• building a sacred space at home• pairing the Rosary and Eucharist with the supplica• FAQs on when, how often, and where to prayVisit Journeys of Faith Today to learn more about our pilgrimages and resourcesDownload our AppOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe trace Pope Pius X's path from humble village roots to a papacy defined by Eucharistic renewal, liturgical clarity, and pastoral courage. Along the way we share practical steps to live a simpler, stronger faith and invite you into community and prayer.• early life shaped by poverty and grit• priestly service grounded in presence and mercy• 1903 conclave and a reluctant shepherd• restoring all things in Christ as a lived plan• frequent communion and lowering First Communion age• liturgical renewal and the primacy of sacred music• clear catechesis through the Pius X catechism• firm response to modernism with pastoral charity• Marian devotion linked to surrender and trust• care for immigrants and national parishes in the US• practical ways to deepen prayer and communityVisit our website today and let's journey toward healing and hope togetherExplore the Surrender NovenaJoin the Divine Intimacy GuildDive into our Gospel ReflectionsSupport our missionBrowse our Popes CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe trace John Paul II's Eucharistic devotion from hidden wartime chapels to stadium altars, showing how a boy from Wadowice became a pilgrim who carried Christ to the margins. Along the way, we explore his documents, World Youth Days, Marian heart, and the public witness of processions and adoration.• early life in Poland and Eucharistic awakening• clandestine wartime Masses and priestly formation• pilgrim papacy across 129 countries• Dominicae Cenae and Ecclesia de Eucharistia explained• World Youth Day as Eucharistic mission• Marian devotion guiding Eucharistic focus• Eucharistic miracles as signs that awaken awe• reviving Corpus Christi processions worldwide• suffering, forgiveness, and the altar as strength• promoting perpetual adoration chapels• lasting legacy and how to take the next stepVisit our website today and discover how Journeys of Faith can inspire your own pilgrimage of the heartBrowse our Saint Pope John II CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe trace how an ordinary Belgian village became a sanctuary of healing through the eight apparitions to 11-year-old Mariette Beco in 1933. From historical context to Church approval and reported cures at the spring, we explore why the “Virgin of the Poor” still calls us to prayer and compassion.• Belgium's 1933 crisis shaping a hunger for hope• Mariette's humble life and quiet courage• Eight apparitions and their core messages• Meaning of the title Virgin of the Poor• Church investigation and 1949 recognition• Reports of healing at the Banneux spring• Pilgrimage, retreats, and ways to engageJoin a pilgrimage, experience Banneux firsthand with our guided tours to the sacred shrine, steeped in the presence of our LadyExplore our media, Journeys of Faith mediaAttend a retreatConnect with us, follow our mission to stay inspired by Catholic tradition and upcoming journeysVisit Journeys of Faith today and let the miracles of Banu ignite your devotionBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemsJourneys of Faith Online Media GalleryOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textA scarred face, a steadfast gaze, and a nation that refused to bow—this is the living story of the Black Madonna of Czestochowa. We travel from the mist of legend to the grit of history, tracing how a single icon at Jasna Gora became a fortress of faith and a compass for Poland's identity. You'll hear how the 1655 siege transformed a monastery into a rallying cry, why a king vowed Mary as Queen of Poland, and how coronations, crowns, and countless pilgrim offerings turned devotion into a public vow that survived partitions, world wars, and communist pressure.Along the way, we unpack the icon's arresting symbolism: Mary's hand pointing to Christ, the Hodegetria pose that centers the way forward; the two slashes on her cheek that restorers could not erase; and the darkened hue that countless candles and centuries deepened into a sign of universal motherhood. We then step into the twentieth century, where clandestine prayers bloomed into the Solidarity movement, workers wore the Black Madonna close to their hearts, and a young Karol Wojtyla—later Saint John Paul II—returned again and again to entrust his homeland and papacy to her care.This is a pilgrimage of memory and meaning: footsteps on hot roads, whispered rosaries under watchful eyes, tears of gratitude before a mother who stands with her children. If stories of faith, courage, and national renewal speak to you, press play and walk with us to Bright Mountain. Subscribe for more journeys into Catholic history and share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that hope can outlast any siege.Open by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textA burning vision turned into a rule, a retreat, and a mission that kept the memory of Christ's Passion alive. We trace Saint Paul of the Cross from family sorrow to mystical fire, from public preaching to tender letters, and the hard-won recognition of the Passionists.• early life in Ovada and family grief• youthful asceticism and vivid mystical visions• Marian mandate to found a congregation• drafting a demanding rule on Mount Argentario• founding the first Passionist retreat and its rhythm• parish missions, vivid preaching, and public penance• hours in confession as a hospital for souls• pushback from church authorities and secular skeptics• letters of consolation to the sick and sorrowing• final years in Rome and papal recognition of the orderBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to youExplore our media, grab our books, DVDs, and digital content on saints and Eucharistic miraclesJoin a pilgrimage, walk the sacred paths of Catholic shrines worldwide with usAttend a retreat, recharge at Holy Family Mission in ArkansasStay connectedReach out to Journeys of Faith today and start your next chapter of devotionBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemsBrowse Journeys of Faith Passionist CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textA fallen seeker becomes a builder of hope as we trace Blessed Bartolo Longo's path from occult rites to a life consecrated to Mary and the rosary. We share how prayer, confession, and community rebuilt a soul and revived Pompeii with a living devotion.• early life in Brindisi and the loss that shaped him• university restlessness and the pull of secularism• descent into spiritism and satanic priesthood• a mother's rosary and hidden intercession• meeting Fr Alberto Radente and the counsel to return• confession, Eucharist, and a slow, steady conversion• consecration to Mary and the rosary promise• founding the Rosary brotherhood and restoring a chapel• miracles at Pompeii and documented testimonies• schools, orphan care, and a culture of prayer• lasting legacy and why no soul is beyond mercyBe sure to look at the description for special offerVisit our site and start your own story of faith todayOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe trace Catherine Labouré's hidden path from Burgundy to Rue du Bac, where a midnight summons became a global devotion. Through history, symbols, miracles, and mission, we show why a small medal still carries big grace.• early life and formation of Catherine Labouré • 1830 France as context for the apparitions • July 18 encounter and personal commissioning • November 27 vision and the medal design • December confirmation of mission and promises • theology of the medal and Church approval • spread of devotion amid cholera and upheaval • documented miracles and conversions • the Vincentian charism and service to the poor • practical invitation to deepen Marian devotionVisit our website today and let Journeys of Faith guide you to a deeper devotion. Don't just read about faith, live it.Open by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe explore how Catholic litanies can revive family spirituality and turn the home into a domestic church, weaving prayer into meals, bedtime, and the liturgical year. History, Church teaching, and practical tools guide parents and kids toward a stable, shared faith life.• reclaiming the domestic church as daily practice• why litanies work for busy families• links to saints and the universal church• Vatican II and catechism on family mission• choosing litanies for seasons and needs• mealtime and bedtime prayer routines• Sacred Heart and Marian litanies for healing• practical tips for parents and kidsCall to action, embark on a journey of faith with us. Ready to join us? Explore our resources… Join a pilgrimage… Connect with our community… Visit our website now and start your journey with Journeys of Faith. Be sure to click the link in the description for special news itemsCatholic Litanies Collection at Journeys of FaithOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textA Marian encounter in Tlaxcala brings burning trees that do not consume and a spring that heals, set amid conquest, epidemic, and a people searching for hope. We trace witness accounts, early Franciscan discernment, the rise of a shrine and basilica, and the enduring call to mercy and conversion.• Tlaxcala's turbulent context after the Spanish conquest• Juan Diego Bernardino's vision and guidance to a hidden spring• Burning ocote trees as a sign of purification and hope• Reports of healing and the spread of pilgrimage• Franciscan investigation and prudential discernment• Construction of the first shrine and later Baroque basilica• Legends of the statue and its role in devotion• Ecclesial approval and papal recognition anchoring the devotion• Invitation to deepen faith through pilgrimage and resourcesVisit our website today and let Journeys of Faith guide you to a deeper connection with the divineMarian Apparitions Collection at Journeys of Faith Online ShopOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe trace the Sacred Heart from Scripture and early mystics to Saint Margaret Mary and papal teaching, then make it practical with consecration, First Fridays, the Holy Hour, and home enthronement. Stories, symbols, and promises show how this ancient devotion brings peace, courage, and community today.• scriptural roots in John 19:34 and early Church interpretation• medieval mystics preparing the ground for personal devotion• Saint Margaret Mary's revelations amid Jansenism and resistance• papal endorsements from Pius IX, Leo XIII, Pius XII• theology and symbols of the Heart, from flames to thorns• the twelve promises applied to modern family and work life• consecration steps, renewal, and daily practices• First Fridays and the Holy Hour as rhythms of reparation• enthronement of the Sacred Heart in the home• sacred heart art and iconography across cultures• practical ways to begin and sustain the devotionVisit Journeys of Faith today and take the first step on a pilgrimage, physical or spiritual, that could change everythingSacred Heart Devotion CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

Send us a textWe trace the hidden life of Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque and how her visions of the Sacred Heart moved from a cloister to a global feast day. From illness and loss to alliances and opposition, we show how mercy became a movement and offer concrete ways to live it now.• early losses, childhood prayer, private vows• entry to the Visitation, discipline and scrutiny• core revelations of 1673–1675 and their meaning• the Twelve Promises and practical devotion• doubts, desolation, and steady obedience• partnership with Claude de la Colombière• spread of First Fridays, Holy Hour, and the feast• miracles, favors, and canonization milestones• how to begin: image, enthronement, Eucharist, communityStart your journey today at Journeys of Faith. Explore our resources, join a pilgrimage, visit Holy Family Mission, and connect with community.Journeys of Faith Sacred Heart CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show