The white lily and fleur de lis in Catholic symbolism
Our Blessed Mother is linked to the white lily as a symbol of virginal purity used since the twelfth century in Marian imagery. The fleur de lis, a form of the white iris, rose in heraldry in the same period and appears on knights shields. Early depictions show Mary with the Child, though not as portraits, since Augustine noted in 400 A.D. that we do not know Marys exact countenance.
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Augustine
Maria Giovanni
Quote of the Week on Seven Sacraments
The article notes a seven sacrament doctrine stating that the Catholic Church alone preserves seven rites: Baptism Confirmation Pen ance the Holy Eucharist Matrimony Holy Orders and Extreme Unction. It claims these have been held since Our Lord's time and contrasts with other Christian bodies.
Sacrament of Penance through Humpty Dumpty analogy
A catechism style piece explains the sacrament of Penance using Humpty Dumpty as a metaphor for sin breaking friendship with God. It describes confession to a priest, absolution, and the sense of restoration, noting forgiveness as God’s powerful, swift restoration and urging reflection through questions and activities. It includes prompts to explore sorrow, confession words, and personal interviews.
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Barner Alfred Wilson
C.P
Humpty Dumpty
Sin
God
Father
Poem of the Week Rosary and Roses to Our Lady
A devotional poem from Precious Blood Monastery in Pembroke Ontario expresses the longing to gather roses for Mary but learns a daily rosary is preferred. The piece emphasizes devotion to Mary, daily Ave prayers, and guarding grace through consistent prayer.
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Lady Mary
Precious Blood & Family
Precious Blood Monastery
Pembroke, Ont
Canada
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