The Courage of the Martyrs

The Courage of the Martyrs

Perhaps someone has wondered why in the liturgical calendar, on the day after Christmas, St. Stephen is celebrated, and perhaps thought it was a coincidence. However, it is not: it was a meditated choice of the Church of the first centuries, which chose to celebrate...
For New Martyrs

For New Martyrs

In the Scriptures, our Lord extends a compassionate invitation, saying, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” In today’s world, the “New Martyrs” encompass many of our brothers and sisters who bear heavy burdens,...