The Four Unholy Desires the Liturgy Teaches Us to Fast From
The Four Unholy Desires the Liturgy teaches us what to Fast From, especially during Lent.
NOW AVAILABLE: A Liturgical Companion for Every Sunday – Year A!
11 November, 2025
David L. Gray, ThM
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The Liturgical Sense of the Readings at Mass
Worship & Praxis
Year A
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🕊️ New Release Alert! Just launched: The Liturgical Sense of the Readings at Mass – Year A 📖 This guide unlocks the spiritual depth of every Sunday’s readings, helping you hear the Word
NEW BOOK: The Liturgical Sense of The Readings at Mass (Year A:) A Guide to Spiritual Enrichment
4 November, 2025
David L. Gray, ThM
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The Liturgical Sense of the Readings at Mass
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Year A
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The Liturgical Sense of The Readings at Mass – Year A by David L. Gray offers thoughtful reflections on the Sunday readings, illuminating their spiritual and liturgical significance for Catholics journeying through the Church year.
Unlocking the Mysteries of Advent: The Powerful Tradition of the ‘O Antiphons’ That Will Transform Your Christmas
17 December, 2024
David L. Gray, ThM
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10:00 pm
Explore the rich tradition of the 'O Antiphons' in the Advent Liturgy, a profound and beautiful practice that deepens our anticipation of Christ's birth. Discover the historical and theological significance of these ancient chants, and
The Advent Wreath: A Disruptive Protestant Liturgical Inculturation
Explore the rich history and evolving usage of the Advent Wreath within Catholic tradition, its role in catechesis, and the delicate balance between private devotion and liturgical practice.
The Heart of Compassion: Embracing God’s Love and Unity (8th Sunday After the Cross – Melkite Lectionary)
In this essay, Deacon Christopher Major explores the importance of love, patience, and unity in the church, emphasizing God's commands and the teachings of Jesus. It uses the parable of the Good Samaritan and stories
The Homily is Not the Most Important Part of the Liturgy of the Catholic Mass
David L. Gray explores the integral role of the homily in the Catholic Mass, its significance in nurturing Christian life, and the balance between its importance and the sacred rhythm of the liturgy.
Lesson from the Rosary: Being Rooted in Christ and Lifting our Hearts to the Lord
21 October, 2024
Deacon Gerard-Marie Anthony
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Deacon Gerald Marie Anthony explores how the Rosary connects us to the Cross, fostering our identity in Christ and guiding us through life’s challenges with faith, hope, and love. Discover the profound lessons and victories
Embracing Divine Providence: Lessons from Saint Catherine of Siena
Discover the profound wisdom of Saint Catherine of Siena and her teachings on Divine Providence. Learn how embracing God’s will can lead to a life of peace and spiritual fulfillment, inspired by the timeless words
Trust in the Faith You Found in Jesus (10th Sunday after Pentecost – Melkite Lectionary)
In this essay for the 10th Sunday after Pentecost in the Melkite Calendar, Deacon Christopher Major discusses the distinction between faith and belief, emphasizing that true faith involves trust and commitment beyond mere acceptance of
Divine Encounters: A Man’s Journey of Faith and Compassion with the Missionaries of Charity
Divine Encounters and Compassion: Explore a man’s transformative journey with the Missionaries of Charity, where faith, service, and the mystery of the Holy Eucharist converge to ignite a fire of divine love and purpose.
The Charismatic Movement: A Reflection on Spiritual Growth and Conflict with Humanism
The essay critiques the Charismatic Movement’s failure to impact the modern world compared to its early Church counterparts. It highlights the lack of sustained enthusiasm, theological depth, and spiritual leadership, emphasizing the necessity for personal
Freedom is Not Free. Blood Sacrifice is the Seed of Christian Liberty (7th Sunday after Pentecost – Melkite Lectionary)
Homily by Deacon Christopher Major for the 7th Sunday after Pentecost - Melkite Lectionary. READINGS: John 20:1-10, Romans 15:1-7, and Matthew 9:27-35.
Unveiling the Hero Within: Embracing Divine Mercy and the Sacred Heart in a World of New-Age Heresies
Christians should read this essay to understand how devotions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Divine Mercy offer a counter-narrative to modern-day heresies, providing a path to uphold dignity and embrace God’s love in
From Charismatic Life in the Spirit to Mystical Prayer
Spiritual theologian David Torkington explains in prose how the Charismatic Renewal Movement began on the day of Pentecost and was united with contemplative prayer.
Social Media Catholic Priests Have Harmed the Church
It is time to ask the faithful clergy we have to focus on just showing us the Father.
Answering Whether A Lay Homily Invalidates a Mass?
In this essay, I will explore what the Catholic Church teaches about non-ordained persons concelebrating/quasi-presiding at Mass as homilist and how that affects the validity of the liturgy itself.
Introduction to the Theology of the Catholic Mass (Webinar)
12 October, 2023
David L. Gray, ThM
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Introduction to the Theology of the Catholic Mass
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Are you ready to dive into the amazing world of the Catholic Mass? Do you want to discover the hidden treasures of the liturgy, the beauty of the sacred music, and the profound wisdom of
SHOCKING NEW STUDY! Only 49% of Catholics Believe in the Holy Eucharist
According to a recent research, the official doctrines of the Catholic Church on the Holy Eucharist and Confession are not accepted by most U.S. Catholics, who are still not attending Mass regularly.
The Ancient Secret of Worship That the Modern Church Has Forgotten!
Ad orientum is not a backward or outdated practice, but a rich and meaningful one that deserves to be rediscovered by many Catholics today.
The Shocking Truth: Why You’ve Been Praying the ‘Our Father’ Wrong All Along!
Why you should avoid the orans posture during the Lord's Prayer, according to Church documents and tradition.
How the Carolingian Liturgy Promoted and Preserved Frankish Culture
The Carolingian liturgical reforms were a series of efforts by the Frankish rulers and their allies to standardize and improve the religious practices of their kingdom. They aimed to achieve doctrinal unity, harmony with Rome,
Arian and Gregory: How a Theologian Defended the Divinity of Christ
That the “Christusanrede” in the liturgy of St. Gregory functions as a way to portray anti-Arian theology is confirmed by other elements of the text. One interesting example of this is in the final prayer
A Journey to Heaven: How the Catholic Church Teaches Us to Prepare for Eternal Life
Nascent Christianity dealt with a number of growing pains, especially in how to express the relationship of the persons of the Trinity to one another. The difficulty in expressing this resulted in a number of
