We begin our annual pilgrimage of Lent in faith and hope with the penitential rite of the imposition of ashes.
Fashion and clothing designed to draw people closer to God can inspire and even sanctify others. Nate Nagello, the CEO and owner of the Toronto-based Sanctified Collective, hopes the clothing he creates can provide opportunities for conversation, engagement, and evangelization.
Luce (pronounced Lu-chay) wears a yellow raincoat representing the Vatican flag, a rosary around her neck, and mud-stained boots. Her raincoat protects her from the elements and symbolizes journeying through life’s storms.
The movie is a testament to how a person’s life can transform in a year due to the power of prayer and the positive influence of a mentor.
The account of Pentecost (cf. Acts 2:1-11) shows us two areas of the Holy Spirit’s working in the Church: in us and in mission, with two characteristics: power and gentleness.