What does Jesus' encounter with the woman at the well reveal about his "thirst" for us? Here's what Scripture, the Catechism, and Mother Teresa teach us about satisfying this thirst of Jesus.

What is the most central doctrine of the Catholic faith? The answer might surprise you!

What Latin hymn was pivotal in the life of St. Teresa of Avila, the writings of St. Louis Marie de Montfort, and the beginning of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal? As we approach the Solemnity of Pentecost, the Veni, Creator Spiritus is an ancient chant to listen to and pray!

Scripture teaches that Jesus is necessary for eternal life. Does this teaching make sense in our modern, pluralistic world? Here's how the Catholic Church explains it.

What is the “kingdom of God,” or the “kingdom of Heaven”? Is it just an other-worldly reward that God will give his people after death? There's a grain of truth in that understanding, but Jesus speaks of the kingdom as something that has already begun, even here on earth. Let's unpack the biblical truth.

The deadline for registration for CYSC Great Lakes is April 30, and we could use your prayers and support to reach our registration goal! Join us in a novena to St. Catherine of Siena for the success of our summer camp.

Many of us love superhero comic books and movies. Did you know that Catholics believe we will have glorified bodies with certain powers after the resurrection of our bodies?

An old hymn asks, "Were you there when they crucified my Lord?" In a certain sense, you and I were there...

The Gospel of John repeatedly speaks about the "hour" of Jesus, when he would suffer on the Cross. What can Jesus' hour teach us about our own response to suffering?

Although Catholics in Leonardtown began celebrating Mass in private homes sometime around 1710, our first church building was constructed in 1766. A list that most likely includes some of our earliest parishioners has recently been discovered!

Healing was an essential part of the ministry of Jesus and of the early Church, and it remains a key part of God's plan today. Healing isn't the complete Gospel, but the Gospel isn't complete without it.

How can practices like skipping dessert, staying off social media, or abstaining from alcohol help us to grow in holiness? The value of such practices depends very much on our motivations.

Lent is generally understood as a time to grow closer to the Lord, but what does it mean to be "close" to God?

For more than three hundred years, the parishes of St. Mary's County, including our own, were administered by the Jesuits. After many months of scanning, records of the Maryland Province of the Society of Jesus, stored at Georgetown University, are now easily viewable online!

Perhaps you've heard of a "novena," but have you ever heard of a NINE-YEAR novena?!? Yes, you read that right.

What can Leonard Cohen's well-known song "Hallelujah" teach us about the beauty of Christmas?

The Church's mission is the spread the kingdom of God, but what is YOUR unique, unrepeatable mission as a follower of Jesus Christ?

November 8 is the memorial of a little-known saint named Elizabeth of the Trinity, a young Carmelite who teaches us that God dwells within our hearts through grace. Pray this beautiful prayer of hers!

Can Catholic teaching change? Here are five things to know!

Have you ever wondered whether you and I – yes, little ol’ you and I – can hear God’s voice? The Lord speaks interiorly to every single one of his people, but we must learn to recognize his voice.