Fasting that pleases God
“Then you will delight in the sacrifices of the righteous, in burnt offerings offered whole; then bulls will be offered on your altar.” (Ps 51:19)
Fasting is an exercise
There are three things, my brethren, by which faith stands firm, devotion remains constant, and virtue endures. They are prayer, fasting and mercy. Prayer knocks at the door, fasting obtains, mercy receives. Prayer, mercy and fasting: these three are one, and they give life to each other. (Saint Peter Chrysologus) The penitential days and times […]
Pope: Synod, an opportunity to be “great” in mind, heart and vision
The opening Mass of the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops was celebrated today, October 2, in St. Peter's Square . According to the Holy Father, "listening, reciprocal custody and humility" will be the keys to the work of the Synod.
It is time for conversion
Lent begins this Wednesday and is an invitation to live almsgiving, fasting, and prayer. Learn how to live this time better.
Lent, a fertile desert
The desert, in this sense, is the place to which God Himself draws His children, where He leads the people of Israel into the desert, to speak to their hearts.
What the Shalom Catholic Community has been doing in my life
My experience with the Shalom Community has helped me immensely in learning about the Catholic faith and finding a Community of fellow believers.
Authorities Retreat 2020 Official Participants List
Dear brothers and sisters, Shalom! It is with great joy that we would like to announce to the whole community that the Authorities Retreat 2020 will take place in a unique and exceptional way due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It will be in a total of 6 days, distributed as follows: from Friday, August 21st […]
It’s time to prepare for Christmas
Walking on the streets I can see bright colorful lights, hear some nice and peaceful carols sung by children, pass by shops promoting sales so that you can get the best Christmas presents for your loved ones. It’s time to prepare for Christmas. But it’s obvious that in many places the real meaning of this […]
2019 Ordinary General Assembly begins this Friday: understand the importance
During the days when the Assembly is held, members of the Community around the world intensify intercession through the Holy Rosary, fasting, and penance.
Saint Michael’s Lent: have you heard of it?
There is an old devotion that seemed to be quite popular especially in the 13th up to the 18th century before it started to disappear. After many years, this devotion is being revived in many countries particularly in America and is offered to the great Saint Michael, the Archangel. It all started with Saint Francis of […]