Dealing with difficult subjects on the borderline of faith, everyday life, temptations and unexplainable phenomena, is quite difficult by nature. One can very easily come across over-interpretations, mistaken impressions, erroneous means leading to unclear ends, and all sorts of difficulties - spiritual and material. Among these issues are the signs of Satanic possession, which are very often confused with... mental illness....
Do I need a passport to go to Medjugorie?
As we mentioned earlier, Medjugorie is a place that lies in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country in the southeastern part of Europe. Bosnia and Herzegovina is not a member of the European Union, however entry into the country is not difficult. Entry to Bosnia and Herzegovina is possible for EU citizens on the basis of a valid passport or...
What happened in Medjugorie?
June 25 will mark four decades since the first Marian apparition in Medjugorje. What does that mean? The apparitions in Medjugorje began in 1981 when a group of young people from the small country of Bosnia and Herzegovina confirmed that they had seen Our Lady. Some of them, thirty years later, claim to still have one apparition a day. The completely new nature of these apparitions...
Communion on the hand
Receiving Holy Communion in the hand is a relatively new thing, at least on a mass scale. However, for years there has been quite a bit of controversy surrounding this custom. Some claim that the Host can be received only on the tongue, without profaning it. Others mention hygienic reasons. Both groups have been judged by the reality of what has become the COVID-19 epidemic, where Communion into the hand is...
Possession by Satan
Dealing with difficult subjects on the borderline of faith, everyday life, temptations and unexplainable phenomena, is quite difficult by nature. One can very easily come across over-interpretations, mistaken impressions, erroneous means leading to unclear ends, and all sorts of difficulties - spiritual and material. Among these issues are the signs of Satanic possession, which are very often confused with... mental illness....
Prayer to St. Joseph for a good husband
What can you pray for? The truth is, you can talk to God about almost anything. Even if you are dreaming of a new car, you can "talk" about it in individual prayer, in your own words. It is possible to express one's desire, to motivate it, to talk about it. This strengthens one in the pursuit of one's desires, gives...
Prayer for deliverance from the evil spirit
There are various moments in the life of a Christian - both good and bad. The multitude of temptations that surround us can sometimes even overwhelm us with their onslaught. In such moments, it is worth resorting to so-called private exorcisms, which are a form of prayer that can be recited by every believer. In spite of everything, one must remember, that their presence should also be connected with support...
The dogma of papal infallibility
In addition to typically teaching the faithful, administering rituals, and creating spaces for dialogue among Christians (and non-Christians), the Catholic Church upholds many laws of the faith. Theological issues related to doctrine itself have been an integral part of the Vatican's operations for years. Papal infallibility has emerged here as a result of what has resulted over the years from practical accomplishments and...
8 blessings
Eight short sentences that can comfort, hope, motivate and stimulate the processes of spiritual transformation. Every Christian should return to them from time to time, trying to find in them a universal sense which corresponds to the current stage of life and moment in history. In today's article, we will talk a bit more about what a beatitude is. Blessed are the poor in...
The commandment to love
Love should be remembered every day, not just symbolically - on Valentine's Day or an anniversary. Consequently, love can be shown in various ways, not only to the beloved, but also to family, random people, and even animals or plants. The two commandments of love, about which a few words in today's article, can be a clue. The commandment to love God and neighbor It's a good idea to start ...