Why do Catholics pray to Mary?

A common misconception amongst non-Catholics is that Catholics pray to Mary like she is a deity, in the same way that the ancient Greeks prayed to the goddess Athena, or Hindus pray to Shiva. Here, Mairead explains why Catholics pray to Jesus’ mother.

A day in the land of Maria Goretti

A beautiful Mass and the English College, following by visiting Nettuno and the shrine of Saint Maria Goretti, we’ve had another great day on our Italian pilgrimage.

50 Facts about Pope Benedict XVI

Pope Benedict XVI is one of the most important figures of the 20th and early 21st centuries. Here are 50 key facts to know about this German pope.