At his weekly general audience today, Pope Benedict XVI praised the 18th century Italian St. Alphonsus Maria de Liguori, in particular his teaching on the importance of prayer as necessary for ...

Father, hear our prayers for the salvation of the world. Grant mercy to all souls that turned away from you. Open their hearts and minds with your light. Gather your children from the east and the ...

This year non-profit organizations have been stretched to their limits to try and meet the basic needs of a growing number of people. While they?re busy accepting donations for those in need some like ...

Prayer for everyday needs occupies a special place in the Orthodox tradition. Believers turn to her at times when they are faced with illnesses, financial difficulties, family problems or other trials ...