As we conclude our exploration of prayer, let us remember that prayer is the turning of the body, mind and spirit to God in an intimate way.

Recently, I’ve been noticing a verbal trend characterized by the increased usage of “honestly, truthfully or actually.” 

False notions of prayer, certain “worldly” attitudes, seasons of spiritual dryness, acedia (or sloth), distraction and lack of faith can all undermine our life of prayer.

"We are called to pray for those we love with the same passion as St. Monica."

"We want to meet people where they are, and not where we expect them to be."

Here are five tried and true ways to keep your faith strong even in the busyness of the school year.

The human heart can be fickle. Here are three tips for cultivating a spirit of gratitude instead.

Prayer is a gift of God’s grace to us. It is not something we merit. Consequently, prayer calls for our response.

Will you pray for these young men in the Diocese of St. Petersburg who are attending seminary to pursue God’s call for their lives?

You don’t need to travel far to inspire your faith.

Let’s receive the Eucharist with intentionality, eagerness and a desire to fully believe in who we are consuming.

Christian meditative prayer differs from many of the Eastern meditation practices which seek to empty the mind.

The Lord’s Prayer reveals to us the mind, love, heart and thought of God when it comes to how and for what should we pray.

Margaret of Castello was canonized a saint by Pope Francis 701 years after her death. She is a model not only for undying faith in the Lord, but also that all life has value.

Perhaps the most profound and startling claim of Christianity centers around the fact that Jesus of Nazareth died on a cross, was sealed in a grave and three days later, was no longer there.

Although this saint was born into nobility, he dedicated his life to the King above all kings.

Father Joe explores trustworthy news outlets for Catholic news.

A local mother shares her journey of discovering more peace in her life after growing closer to the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Tips to keep in mind before you invite a friend, family member, co-worker or acquaintance to church.

We need reconciliation in order to withstand the crashing waves of a world so often marred by sin and disorder because we cannot do it on our own.

We cannot change the world if we don’t allow ourselves to be changed first.

Being able to participate in Sunday Mass in their native language has meant so much to Duong Le and his family. 

Faith is spreading at the University of Tampa and University of South Florida.

A miracle from the Middle Ages inspires us to feed the less fortunate.

"Jesus, is that you?"