We at The Fatima Center are greatly saddened to learn of the passing of our long-time and dear friend, Professor David Allen White, who died yesterday, February 11th (the feast day of Our Lady of Lourdes). Dr. White was a widely renowned educator, writer, and speaker whose deep faith permeated all aspects of his life [...]
Thy Kingdom Come “Thy Kingdom come” (Matt. 6:10). The second petition in the Lord’s Prayer is often glossed over. What is the Kingdom of God? Where is it? What do we mean when we ask for it to “come” and how does that impact our lives here on earth? Our Redeemer Himself, the Author of [...]
The Catholic Church upholds the dignity of every human person. Just as certainly, the Church acknowledges the inviolability of just laws. It also upholds the moral right and necessity of nations to secure their borders and enforce immigration policies. These teachings are not opposed, but rather they mutually support one another. If there are those [...]
This coming Friday (31 January 2025), The Fatima Center will begin a 54-day Rosary Novena, with its specific intention being the Consecration of Russia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary as requested by Our Lady of Fatima (and for all the intentions of the Sacred and Immaculate Hearts). The Novena will conclude on the Feast [...]
Hallowed Be the Name of God “Hallowed be Thy Name” (Matt. 6:9). The first petition of the Lord’s Prayer begins with sentiments of praise and adoration for the most adorable Name of God. In so doing, our Savior, the true Author of this prayer, has shown us the primary importance of giving honor and glory [...]
The Importance and Symbolism of Incense in Catholic Worship Incense has played a profound role in Catholic worship for centuries, symbolizing the sacred, fostering an atmosphere of reverence, and serving as an offering of prayer and adoration. Rooted in Scriptural traditions and ingrained in longstanding liturgical practice, incense serves as a bridge between the material [...]
“Our” Father In just 56 words, the Our Father summarizes how we are to approach God. It combines praise and petition. It calls for surrender and understanding. This prayer puts us into a relationship with God, Who reaches down to us as a loving Father. It also unites us with all those who are of [...]
Cover Image: Marie with another long-time worker/volunteer for The Fatima Center, Bernadine Dumelie (December 2010). In your charity, please pray for Marie Corpe, a long-time Fatima Center volunteer and employee (since 2001). She has recently been diagnosed with terminal cancer. Marie worked closely with Fr. Gruner for many years, including making and answering many phone [...]
The upcoming year, 2025, marks a Holy Year, a year of the Jubilee Indulgence. This is a beautiful and very special observance which every Catholic should take to heart. The roots of this observance go back to Old Testament times when by the command of God, on every 50th year, properties and even personal liberty [...]
Christmas – Feast of the Incarnation In celebrating Christmas, we celebrate the Mystery that the Son of God “for us men and for our salvation came down from Heaven. And He became flesh by the Holy Ghost of the Virgin Mary: and was made man” (Nicene Creed). He was born in Bethlehem, a name which [...]
“Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God is one Lord. And these words which I command thee this day shall be in thy heart: And thou shalt write them in the entry, and on the doors of thy house.” – Deuteronomy 6:4, 6, 9 Our Heartfelt Thanks As we come to the close of the [...]
Blessing the Christian Home The Fatima Center strives to send correspondence to our supporters by mail at least once every month. This month we mailed out a Christmas greeting card and a prayer card with an abbreviated form of the Epiphany Tradition of “Chalking the Doors.” The complete rite for the Epiphany House Blessing can [...]