A Lutheran Discovers the Power of the Chaplet
I don't usually tune in to EWTN, but there was nothing else on that interested me while I was working out.
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If God is so Merciful, Why is There a Hell?
Mercy and Hell don't mix. Or do they? Dr. Stackpole shows that God's merciful love and the eternal loss of those who refuse it are not incompatible truths. Read more.
Do Some Church Teachings Make Us Doubt Divine Mercy?
One reader writes, "I have terrifying thoughts that God does not love everyone — that He abandons some." Read more.
The Full Story, at Last
This month, Marian Press launches No Turning Back: A Witness to Mercy, Fr. Donald's new book that presents the full account of his story by the only man who can tell it as his own.
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Love: The Last Word
No matter how many distortions the Father of Lies tries to feed us, our final conversation will be with Truth and Love. Read more.
Our Top 10 Mercy Stories of 2009
It's certainly been a year of hardship for many. But 2009 has also been a year of mercy. We can prove it! Read more.
Christmas 2009: Reintroducing the Good Life
We can easily get emotional at Christmas because it reminds us of many beautiful and truthful things. Read more.
Does His Mercy Extend Even to Satan Worshippers?
One reader asks: "What about occultists (especially Satanists) who blatantly proclaim hatred of God and worship Satan Himself?" Read more.
One Season, Two Views
She used to shun the season out of fear of His judgment. He used to reject anyone's attempt to speak with certainly about the "All in all." Read what happened next. Read more.
What's the Case for the Immaculate Conception?
What does the Bible tell us? What do the ancient Church Fathers say? And how does the Immaculate Conception relate to The Divine Mercy? Read more.
Advent: A How-To Guide
Advent means "coming," from the Latin for "arrival." So how are we to prepare for Christ's arrival? Read more.
How to Give Thanks as St. Faustina Would
My friend's comment left me wondering the following: If St. Faustina were to celebrate Thanksgiving today, what would she be especially thankful for? Read more.
The 'Necessary' Message for Our Times
The following is the homily delivered by Fr. S. Seraphim Michalenko, MIC, during the Holy Mass that closed the first North American Congress on Mercy on Nov. 15. Read more.
What the Lord Wants From Us
"Jesus Himself calls us to deeds of mercy, by words and by prayers," Cardinal Schönborn writes in a letter to mercy congress planners and participants. Read more.
A Mercy Congress Primer
The centerpieces to congress include the importance of trust, works of mercy, and the message of The Divine Mercy for our times. Read more.
In Need of Our Prayers
Saint Faustina has 14 references in her Diary relating to souls in purgatory. She knew what to do for them. Read more.
How I Discovered I Am Someone (But Who?)
While it was a difficult time, I look back and realize that it was one of the best things that happened to me. Read more.
Is St. Faustina too Liberal or too Conservative?
If you live long enough, I guess, you will eventually find every form of lunacy somewhere in print. Read more.
Former Abortionist Now a Witness to Mercy
Our world is "the slop," says Mercy Congress speaker Dr. John Bruchalski. "When you're in the slop," he says, "you need hope." And that's where mercy comes in. Read more.
Mercy Takes to the Airwaves
"Mercy: Our Hope" is not only the theme for the upcoming Mercy Congress, but also the guiding truth for the modern mercy movement. Read more.
Is There a Doctor in the House?
A woman named Angela recently wrote to me asking a question I have received several times before, but always hesitated to try to answer. Read more.
In the Name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
How are we to understand the Trinity? Maybe we need a little 3-in-One oil. Read more.
Father Seraphim on Jesus, High Priest of the New Covenant
Why is our Lord attempting to focus the Church's attention upon the truths of His holy priesthood? Read more.
Part 14: Finding the Right Path
How do I know for sure what Jesus is calling me to do? Read more.
Part 13: The Most Innocent and Helpless of All
There cannot be a more innocent and helpless form of human life then an unborn child in the first home of the human race: a mother's womb. Read more.
Part 12: In Defense of Innocent Human Life
There are no "throw-away" human beings. People are not reducible to "things," merely "useful" or "useless" to our relatives, to the economy, to the government, or even to ourselves. Read more.
Is the Chaplet an Ecumenical Prayer?
One reader writes: "I am an Anglican priest of the Church of England, and for some time now I have been saying and joining EWTN in the Divine Mercy Chaplet." Read more.
Part 11: The Spiritual Works of Mercy
Works of mercy can be directed not only toward the needs of the body, but the needs of the soul as well. Read more.
Part 10: The Corporal Works of Mercy
Centered on the Merciful Heart of Jesus, we are to let His merciful love flow through our hearts toward anyone in need whom we meet along life's way.
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Part 9: His Sacred Heart — Is This What Makes You Tick?
Jesus Christ sees the needs, sufferings, and sorrows of every heart. But in order to reach out and help them, He asks the members of His Body on earth — the Church — to be His hands, His feet, and His voice. Read more.
Part 8: The Call You May Have Missed
In your eagerness to change the world for Christ, you can easily miss the will of His Heavenly Father. Read more.
Part 7: How Can We Hear Our Shepherd's Voice?
Finally we've reached it, the beginning of our spiritual journey! Read more.
Part 6: Living on The Bread of Life
This is the easy part. Read more.
Part 5: Setting Your Priorities
To make a real difference in this world as a disciple of Christ does not necessarily mean you have to do more. Read more.
Part 4: Start with Yourself
In order to help make the world a better place, by Christ and with Christ, we have to start by changing ourselves. Here's one sure-fire way to do that. Read more.
Part 3: The Five Loaves And Two Fish Principle
The following is part 3 of a 14-part series to help inspire parish cenacle or study groups who are looking for ways to make a difference in this troubled world. Read more.
Part 2: The Only Way to Change the World
To make a difference in this world, the first thing you have to realize is that you are totally incapable of doing it by your own human efforts. Read more.
Part 1: A World in Need
Even the problems in our own families, in our neighborhoods, or at our jobs seem beyond our capacities to put right. So now what? Read more.
Feast Day of St. John Eudes
Three things must be done to engrave Christ's mercy on our hearts. What are they? Read more.
The Case for the Assumption of Mary
We celebrate one of the greatest mysteries of the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Aug. 15. How do we know her Assumption really happened? Read more.
What Does Christ Mean by 'Simplicity'?
I suppose the first clue to what He meant is the fact that He connected "simplicity" with being "childlike." Read more.
Promoting Mercy and NACOM
Rick hopes that by attending NACOM, he can share God's mercy with others "so mercy can be put into action." Read more.
'Mercy' in the Pope's New Encyclical
With the ongoing challenge of globalization and the severe worldwide recession as a backdrop, Pope Benedict XVI issued his third encyclical on July 7. Read more.
How Are We 'Saved' by God's Merciful Love?
One of the main issues that divided Catholics from Protestants at the time of the Protestant Reformation was the doctrine of salvation. What's the disagreement? Read more.
Saul, Paul, and That is All
"Trust is the essential aspect in courage required to spread the Word of God," Dr. Bryan Thatcher said. Read more.
'A Mercy Pope'
David Came, author of the new book Pope Benedict's Divine Mercy Mandate, was the guest on Fr. Benedict Groeschel's "Sunday Night LIVE." Read more.
The 'D' Word: A Divine Mercy Perspective
One reader writes, "For some incomprehensible reason, given that I have a very, very difficult marriage, I strongly believe in indissolubility." Read more.
Part 9: Mercy is a Verb
How's this for a charism: To see mercy as a verb — that is, a word that describes an action taken? Read more.
Part 8: 'She's Dying'
A maternity ward is down the hall. The color scheme we in the West associate with newborns — the pinks and baby blues — are no where to be found. Read more.
Part 7: 'Pray for Us'
Here's another detail about Holy Masses here that seems incredibly important: The children in the pews don't cry. Read more.
Part 6: A Balancing Act
At every stop of this mission, the clergy speaks of the coming election. It could sow the seeds of stability. Or it could cause hell to break lose once again Read more.
Part 5: Where There is Order
We snap photos of the trash as we pass through squalor-filled streets. We take photos of it, because none of us have ever seen anything like it. Read more.
Part 4: 'They Uphold the World'
Forty children, from newborns to teens, are stuffed inside a space the size of a doublewide. Practically no natural light streams in. Not a single toy can be seen. Read more.
Part 3: The Caravan Rolls
We've been dubbed by the Caravan of Peace and Reconciliation, though technically, it's not a caravan — not yet, anyway. Read more.
Part 2: Nighttime, Waiting for a New Morning
Lagoons of people are everywhere in the shadows, crouched under overturned carts, or under sheets of corrugated steel. Many look shell-shocked. Read more.
How to Serve Our Lord in Tough Financial Times
Given the world economic downturn that we are all facing this year, the question I received a few weeks ago is likely to be on a lot of people's minds these days: Read more.
Part 1: 'No Excuses'
She heard these words in her heart: "Prepare yourself for travel. Prepare yourself for suffering. Prepare yourself for crosses." Read more.
Say 'Yes' to God's Love
I desire to have His love at work within me, transforming me. But I don't know how to go about it and I quickly get frustrated. Read more.
Follow the Merciful Way
Saint Faustina built on these great saints who had gone before her. But what is so special about the merciful way of St. Faustina? Read more.
Happy Father's Day
A father of seven children tells how to appreciate the treasure of fatherhood and family life. Read more.
So What Does the Image Mean?
It originated from a vision. But what does the image of The Divine Mercy mean for us all? Read more.
'Nothing to Fear'
What is the answer? Remember that fear is incompatible with trust in God. You cannot be anxious, fearful, and discouraged if you trust in the Lord. Read more.
What's There to Debate?
Still to this day, some theologians are wary of the message of The Divine Mercy given to St. Faustina. What's their problem? Read more.
The Sins of Our Ancestors
Are we accountable for the sins of our parents and ancestors? The answer is clearly laid out in Holy Scripture. Read more.
The Meaning of Mercy
The Sacred Scriptures show clearly that mercy is the greatest "relative" characteristic of God. Read more.
This is Not a 'Dead Object'
Christ once lamented to St. Faustina how so many people don't seem to understand the Eucharist. Maybe this will shed some light. Read more.
Do the Forms of Devotion Really Foster Conversion of Heart?
That he sees little coming from the devotion seems at odds with the great promises our Lord makes to St. Faustina. Read more.
Link by Link
When Leon Kennebeck finally harvested his last field of corn and retired in 2003, he had plans to just go with the flow — literally. Read more.
Does Catholicism 'Revel In Suffering'?
One reader finds Catholic imagery "rather disconcerting." But Dr. Robert Stackpole explains what the pain is all about. Read more.
In the Chaplet, What Do We 'Offer' to God?
One reader asks, "How can we offer what is not ours?" He is referring to the powerful words in the Chaplet of The Divine Mercy. Read more.
Temptation
Some years ago, a priest told me that as long as I live on this earth, I would be tempted. And you know what? He was right! Read more.
Motherhood, Milk, and Mercy
Here is a Mother's Day challenge for you. Think a little bit about mother's milk, which is miraculous. Read more.
My Divine Mercy Experience
My prayer was for secular concerns, but, as I later found out, Christ had bigger plans for me. Read more.
Human Frailty, God's Power
"Medicine, Bioethics, and Spirituality" attracted a capacity crowd of 300-plus to the 5th Annual Healthcare Professionals for Divine Mercy conference. Read more.
'A Gift of God to Our Time'
Pope John Paul II canonized St. Maria Faustina Kowalska in St. Peter's Square nine years ago on April 30. The following is the homily that the Holy Father gave that day. Read more.
Mercy on His Mind
With stirring words, the Pope summed up our call to engage in a "peaceful battle" of "justice and truth, mercy, forgiveness, and love." Read more.
Equipped with Special Graces: Now What?
Part one in a series on the works of mercy. Read more.
'Special Graces' and 'Plenary Indulgence': Are They the Same Thing?
What is the difference between the special graces promised by Jesus for devout communicants on Divine Mercy Sunday, and the plenary indulgence for Divine Mercy Sunday devotions that was instituted several years ago by Pope John Paul II? Read more.
'A Gift of Divine Mercy'
What exactly was the context for Pope Benedict XVI receiving "a gift of Divine Mercy"? Read an excerpt from David Came's new book. Read more.
'We Pray for Hope and Courage'
"The danger, the violence, the tragic events have increased tremendously. People are frightened," said Fr. Eduardo Ortega. Read more.
A Meditation on the Pieta
After seeing Jesus die on the cross, she finally sees peace in her precious Son's face again. Read more.
The Holy Angels: Servants and Messengers of Mercy
Those who lean on the mercy of God can be sure that our Savior sends His angels to surround and protect them, even as He did for St. Faustina. Read more.
Living the Divine Mercy Mandate
It's telling that Pope Benedict, in all three of his statements about the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy, used "Divine Mercy" in the title. Read more.
Making John Paul II's Divine Mercy Legacy Our Own
Pope Benedict is carrying on, even solidifying, the Divine Mercy legacy of his predecessor, John Paul II. Read more.
God's Greatest Attribute: Is It Really?
At the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy in Rome last April, I met a priest who asked a question that I have been turning over in my mind ever since. Read more.
Got Questions?
Here it is: Everything you've wanted to know about Divine Mercy Sunday. Read more.
Why We Pray the Chaplet for the Sick and Dying
An ancient Christian writer wrote that, "Of all divine things, the most divine is to share with God in the saving of souls."
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Which is He: A God of Wrath or of Mercy?
If we insist on going our own way, He will respect the freedom He gave to us, and not compel us to turn away from our sins and be sanctified. ... Read more.
Pope of Mercy Under Fire
Vatican spokesman Fr. Federico Lombardi characterized it as an "unusual document worthy of great attention." Read more.
Patients Can Request It. Doctors and Nurses Can Give It.
It was one of those news stories that made you stop, gulp hard, and wonder darkly what the world was coming to. Read more.
Divine Mercy Conference '09
At the fourth annual Divine Mercy Conference, Divine Mercy experts proclaim the Good News. But they don't mince words. Read more.
The Weakest of the Weak
I have the pleasure of knowing a woman who is a saint in the making. She's my daughter. Read more.
A Conference Call
You are hereby invited to attend the 4th Annual Divine Mercy Conference on Saturday, March 7, in New York City. Read more.
So You Want to Change the World?
We are pleased to introduce a 14-part series to help inspire parish cenacle or study groups this coming Lent. Read more.
'The Lightning Flash of Mercy'
Do we have eyes to see those who are in need in our neighborhoods, parishes, and places of work? Or are we literally passing them by? Read more.
'God Be Merciful to Us'
As the plane was going down, he thought about God, about death, about trust, about an extraordinary promise made by Jesus that he read the previous day in that booklet.
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His Mercy and 'Tough Love'
Saint Thomas Aquinas explains how Divine Mercy and Divine Justice coincide. Read more.
The Meaning of Mercy
To mark the Feast of St. Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274) on Jan. 28, the following is the first of a two-part series on the saint who explained in the greatest depth why Divine Mercy is central to the faith of the Church. Read more.
A 'Hunch' About the Holy Father
Pope Benedict's Divine Mercy Mandate, which was just released by Marian Press, had its beginning as a hunch. Read more.
'It Wasn't Long Before I Found Myself Pregnant. I Was 17.'
I shut God out before I could be rejected by Him. Then, Divine Mercy taught me the true nature of God. Read more.
You Know You're a Divine Mercy Apostle If...
What effect can the message have on the way a person lives? The following list is a start. Read more.
A Church on the Chopping Block
Saint Stan's is more than a footnote in the Divine Mercy movement. What role did it play? Read more.
'I Remember Sr. Maria Faustina'
Personal memories of the saint from a fellow religious who knew her. Read more.
Through the Eucharist We Actually Become What We Eat!
As we prepare for the great Feast of the Nativity this year, let's try to remember what the real feast spread out before us is. Read more.
Humble Simplicity
In this Christmas season, unite your heart to Jesus through His words to St. Faustina. The following excerpt from the Marians' new daily devotional can serve as your guide. Read more.
More on the Mysteries of Divine Mercy in the Mass
What truth did St. Faustina have dramatically impressed upon her soul immediately after receiving the Blessed Sacrament? Read more.
On Keeping the 'Christ' and the 'Mass' in 'Christmas'
I received a letter recently from a fellow who finds himself in a predicament. Read more.
Do Catholics Trust the Bible More Than Science?
One reader asks: "How can educated people today really hear the message of Divine Mercy ... if it is all tied up in knots with biblical and ecclesiastical fundamentalism?" Read more.
Simple Spiritual Economics
A story of simple spiritual economics: When we show our love for God by caring for those in need, God fills us with abundant graces, someway, somehow. Read more.
Thousands of Cenacles, and Counting
Around the world, people are talking about Divine Mercy now more than ever. There's a good reason for that. Read more.
What God Has Offered Us Throughout the Ages
Listen to a radio interview with Divine Mercy expert Dr. Robert Stackpole, STD. Read more.
God and Country, by Means of Divine Mercy
It was probably only a matter of time before Girl Scouts discovered the message of Divine Mercy. Read more.
After the Election, a New Call to Prayer
I believe that we need to cling to Our Lady, to trust in her Son more strongly now than ever, and pray for our new president. Read more.
Saved! But Why to Evangelical Protestantism?
Here's a question that I know bugs a lot of Catholics these days, and I'm glad that one of our readers expressed it so well. Read more.
Acting 'As If'
I know how bad this problem is. It testifies to my deep self-absorption and lack of love that must grieve the Lord's Sacred Heart. Read more.
MOMM Calls for 'All-Out Prayer Blitz'
That means all of us, each day, getting on their knees and spending extra time praying to God for mercy and wisdom for our nation and ourselves. Read more.
To 'the Very Heart of the Diary'
With his new book, Fr. George Kosicki, digs down deep into the message of Divine Mercy.
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'We're Not Alone. The Lord is Here.'
The power of the Chaplet, the reality of the Diary, the mercy of God: They all add up in times of crisis. Read more.
Guess What? It's Nothing New!
While bishops meet in Rome for a synod on the richness of the Bible, let's delves into the Old Testament, which is rich in Divine Mercy. Read more.
Spiritual Childhood, Part 2
Trust God and do small things out of great love. Yes, we are all called to follow the lead of two saints who had so much in common. Read more.
Spiritual Childhood, Part 1
Trust God and do small things out of great love. Yes, we are all called to follow the lead of two saints who had so much in common. Read more.
Father Michael Sopocko, Our New Blessed
Pope Benedict XVI called him "a zealous priest, teacher and promoter of the Divine Mercy devotion." Read more.
The Right Priest at the Right Time
Read about Fr. Michael Sopocko's early years, before he met a certain nun whose revelations would change the world. Read more.
Father Sopocko Told Faustina: 'Write a Diary'
He didn't expect it would be a blockbuster.
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Fr. Sopocko and Another Famous Confessor
Father Sopocko served as confessor and spiritual director to St. Faustina, who received revelations of The Divine Mercy in the 1930s. Saint Claude served as confessor and spiritual director of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, who received the revelations of the Sacred Heart in the 1670s. Read more.
The Priest Who First Believed Faustina
"In the confessional it became apparent that she knew things that no one under normal circumstances could know about," says Fr. Seraphim Michalenko, MIC, one of the world's leading experts on St. Faustina and the message of Divine Mercy. Read more.
Cross Currents
But what does bearing the cross require? Read more.
The Nurse and the Serviceman
The many things Robert and Jean Heim have in common. Read more.
To 'Lonely,' in South Dakota
I had forgotten all about her, a lonely woman who had called asking for help I could give — except to commend her to God. Read more.
Dina and Faustina: Teachers of Divine Mercy
It's the feast day of Bl. Dina, a contemporary of St. Faustina. Yep, God was definitely trying to tell us something. Read more.
What Do You Want Me to Do, Lord?
In many situations, the possibilities for action seem endless. Usually, we can choose only one course of action, though. How do we know which choice is aligned to "God's will" for our lives? Read more.
Petal Power
Read an excerpt from Fr. Donald Calloway's new book! Read more.
Kansas City's Striking New 'Image'
As his budget would dictate, he had the choice between commissioning a 25-feet-tall, 4-ton statue of The Divine Mercy or an in-ground swimming pool. Read more.
Is the Devil Out To Get Our Divine Mercy Apostolate?
Dave asks: Does Satan have us targeted to stop this Divine Mercy mission from succeeding? Read more.
Answered Prayers!
Since its founding in 1995, the Marians' Divine Mercy Intercessory Prayerline has served more than 1.5 million people who have sought comfort and healing through prayer. Read more.
The Quandary for Catholics: Part Three
Dr. Stackpole finishes his three-part series on the light that the Catholic faith and Divine Mercy can shed on the urgent moral issues of the upcoming election. Read more.
Father Donald Calloway Q&A
Father Donald Calloway, MIC, discusses his new book on the Blessed Virgin Mary's profound influence on the life and spirituality of St. Faustina. Read more.
World Youth Day 2008
It's not surprising that many young Catholics today are inspired by St. Faustina. (She was a non-conformist.) Read more.
What Race Are You In?
Hey, that's not the finish line! That's just the starting gate! Read more.
A Victory for Love and Mercy
He kept a diary in the hospital, and his last entry, on July 25, 1945, ended with "Bless my enemies, too, O Lord." Read more.
Saint Peter Lives in Rome
At first, it was the doctrine of the papacy that really stood in the way of me becoming Catholic. Read more.
How Can I Make It Through 'The Dark Night of the Soul'?
Just because God seems far away doesn't mean He is. In fact, He may be nearer than you think. Read more.
Saint Paul's Doctrine of Divine Mercy
His Apostolic letters are an exhortation to practice mercy. Read more.
On the Road with St. Paul
The special jubilee year dedicated to St. Paul the Apostle has begun. What are you going to do about it? Read more.
The Chaplet: A Devotion 'From the Dark Ages'?
Is the Chaplet of The Divine Mercy an example of morose, medieval spirituality? On the contrary! Read more.
Rising Above the Wreckage
At first, it just seemed like another sad news story. But curiously, the camera kept lingering back to the image of The Divine Mercy. Read more.
Knowing What a "Human Being" is Makes a Big Difference!
When you really understand your created dignity and supernatural destiny, it can keep you from wandering down many false and destructive pathways. Read more.
Today's Lesson: 'The Greatest Truth'
They don't mince words — about hell, about Satan, about the temptations of sex and substance abuse, about Christ's call to holiness, and the power of prayer. Read more.
Divine Mercy Comes into View
A dashboard-mounted global positioning system continually marks their place on the map. The words "Jesus, I trust in You" continually marks their place in eternity. Read more.
All Signs Point to Mercy
When you've traveled more than 250,000 miles in nine years bringing Divine Mercy to the people of God, some signs can begin to sound prophetic. Read more.
We Really Are 'Soul Brothers'
Several questions come in about what we mean by the word "soul." Read more.
Life After the Miracle, Part 2
Meet the Digans, who experienced a miracle that led to the beatification of St. Faustina. Read more.
Life After the Miracle
Meet the Digans, the couple at the center of the miracle that led to St. Faustina's beatification. Read more.
Towering Monstrance Unveiled
Overflow crowd experiences 'a piece of Heaven on Earth.' Read more.
From A Mother's Plea
Through St. Maria Faustina, Jesus shows us how to prepare for the day of justice. Read more.
Reading the Bible the Way St. Faustina and the Saints Did
Why was Jesus so insistent with St. Faustina regarding recommended reading? Read more.
These Graces Were No Accident
You spend your entire life as a parent doing everything you can to raise your kids and protect them and keep them safe, and in one moment ... Read more.
Iconic Monstrance to be Unveiled
He heard a call from Our Lady to build a Sanctuary of The Divine Mercy. Now its "jewel" will be unveiled. Read more.
Our Poor Mothers
They remind us of how poverty is a virtue. Read more.
What is a Saint?
Saint Faustina teaches us not only the meaning of sanctity, but tells us the three most important dispositions that we must have if we are to attain it. Read more.
A Healer and Believer
Dr. Scot Bateman gives the keynote address for the final day of the 4th Annual Healthcare Professionals for Divine Mercy Conference. Read more.
The Ascension
Christ's Ascension marks the coming of age for those who call themselves His followers. Read more.
Old Habits Die Hard
All of our imperfections and our battles to grow closer to God at times make us wonder if we are making any spiritual progress. Read more.
Divine Mercy's Special Gift
Mary's perfect openness to God "freed" God to work powerfully in her life. Read more.
What's in a Name?
A lot, if you happen to be named "Helena" or, say, "Faustina." Let's just say the Lord's inspiration must have been at work. Read more.
Congress Looks Ahead
There will be another World Mercy Congress! See additional plans. Read More.
Read how Congress attendees now plan to live the message of Divine Mercy.
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The Congress Convenes!
The Holy Father opens the first-ever World Apostolic Congress on Mercy.
Also, The work of the congress begins with the first conference.
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Love at Its Deepest Level
Mercy is the "common language" that will advance interreligious dialogue, Cardinal says on Day Two of the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy in Rome. Read more.
We've Got the Congress Covered!
Attention readers: Our website, thedivinemercy.org, will provide full coverage of the first-ever World Apostolic Congress on Mercy, which begins in Rome Wednesday, April 2. Read more.
Bringing Promises to Term
Only one thing needed to happen for God to offer His mercy to us, the same thing that sparked our mother's love for us: We existed. Read more.
Through the Chaplet, Lives are Saved
"We have the pleasure to brighten your day with an amazing story concerning the power of Divine Mercy."
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New Cenacle Series Airs
The half-hour shows are now airing weekly on EWTN on Mondays at 2:30 p.m. (EST) and Saturdays at 6:30 a.m. (EST). Read more.
What Theology of the Body Can Teach Us About Mercy
The heart of the connection between Divine Mercy and — yes — human sexuality is Pope John Paul II's stunning definition of love as "self-gift." Read more.
Got Questions?
Discover what Divine Mercy Sunday is, how to prepare for it, and how to celebrate it. Read more.
We Can't Give What We Don't Have
In refusing to forgive ourselves, we put ourselves above God. Read more.
Behold the Merciful Savior
This image has become a source of amazing graces for souls who trust in Jesus by venerating or honoring it. Read more.
Graces Received!
I got goose bumps all over when I noticed that on the memorial card was the image of The Divine Mercy! Read more.
Bishop Lori Reflects on Upcoming World Congress
"The purpose of this Congress is to study, to reflect on, to celebrate the message and the reality of the richness and power of God's mercy," said His Excellency, Bishop William E. Lori. Read more.
From the Bronx to the World
• Also, Bishop William Lori speaks about upcoming World Congress.
• And Fr. Seraphim Michalenko, MIC, shares some late-breaking news about St. Faustina's confessor.
Read more.
How Confession Brings Joy to the Heart of Jesus
The following is the third part in the series, "Reconciliation: the Sacrament of Mercy and Healing." Read more.
Mercy Takes the Mic
Cardinal Christoph Schönborn made it clear that the legacies of Pope John Paul II and St. Faustina were central to the historic gathering. Read more.
Divine Mercy: 'Our Common Catholic Inheritance'
An interview with Dr. Robert Stackpole, whose new book, Divine Mercy: A Guide from Genesis to Benedict XVI, takes the big perspective on mercy. Read more.
Answered Prayers!
Today, we begin the first in an occasional series that shares recent correspondence from people who have turned to the Marians' Divine Mercy Intercessory Prayerline. Hint: Prayer works! Read more.
Marians Plan Annual Divine Mercy Conference
The all-day gathering will have the theme "Healing and Forgiveness Through God's Mercy." Read more.
911 to The Divine Mercy
Saint Paul writes, "Put on the armor of God so that you may be able to stand firm against the tactics of the devil." Read more.
A Gift Fit to Bring a King
"Then He smiled at me ... me and my drum." We, too, can trust Baby Jesus to smile at every gift we bring to Him. Read more.
Humble and Small Like the Christ Child
Our Lord came as a child because, by being human like us, He could begin to take on Himself the whole experience of our human condition, except for sin. Read more.
It's All Spelled Out for Us
How confounding Christmas must be for non-believers. Read more.
For All Mankind, to All Mankind
If the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy succeeds, humanity will eventually undergo a radical change for the good. Read more.
Why is Divine Mercy So Important?
The answer is simple: Through the message of Divine Mercy, our Lord is preparing us for His final coming. Read more.
Plans for World Congress Hit the Airwaves
The topic: arguably the most exciting news story involving the Divine Mercy movement since the canonization of St. Faustina in 2000.
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All-Occasion Prayers
Use St. Faustina's Diary to find prayers for the Hour of Great Mercy, to thank God, to honor Our Lady, and for the grace to be merciful. Read more.
The 'Hour of Great Mercy'
Christ begs us to ask for His mercy on the whole world by pausing at the 3 o'clock hour — the hour that recalls His death on the cross. Read more.
Mercy's Essential Ingredient
There's an important ingredient to the Divine Mercy message besides placing the Image in our homes, praying the Chaplet, and celebrating Divine Mercy Sunday. Putting mercy into action is not just an option — it's a requirement! Read more.
The Basics of Divine Mercy
When it comes to the essentials, it's OK to be a "block head." We can call to mind the message of Divine Mercy simply by remembering our ABCs. Read more.
Church through a Child's Eyes
I spoke about my concerns with Fr. Seraphim Michalenko, MIC, one of the world's leading expert on Divine Mercy. He, of course, not only had some good advice to share, but advice given through the lens of the life of St. Faustina, the Apostle of Divine Mercy. Read more.