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Why Does the Priest Join His Fingers After the Consecration? A Theological Gesture of Deep Reverence

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A Small Gesture, A Profound Eucharistic Mystery During the celebration of the Holy Mass, there is a nearly imperceptible gesture, yet full of meaning: the priest joins his thumb and index finger after consecrating the host, keeping them together until the purification of the sacred vessels. This action, especially observed in the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite (1962 Missal), is more than a symbolic expression: it is an act of deep faith and reverence toward the real presence of Our Lord Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.

The Hidden Power of Relics in the Catholic Church: More Than Objects, Sources of Grace

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Did you know that saints’ relics are not mere keepsakes or religious souvenirs? In the Catholic Church, they carry a real and profound spiritual power, being considered true sources of grace for the faithful. This phenomenon, often unknown or misunderstood, reveals a fascinating dimension of faith and Church history. In this article, we will uncover what relics are, why they are so highly valued, and how they act as channels of the presence and intercession of the saints in the world. Get ready to discover a rich and mysterious aspect of Catholic tradition that touches the hearts of millions.

St. Francis of Assisi: A Prophetic Voice for a World in Crisis

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In an age drowning in noise, greed, and moral confusion, one man from the 13th century continues to speak with startling relevance: St. Francis of Assisi . He gave up riches to embrace holy poverty , lived without power to preach radical love , and rebuilt the Church through obedience and simplicity . Eight centuries later, his voice still echoes—not as a relic of the past, but as a prophetic call to our wounded world . Art and Holiness: The Legacy of a Saint Dante found in Francis the subject of his most poetic verses. Giotto and Cimabue immortalized him on chapel walls. Architects raised churches in his honor—like the majestic Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli , where miracles still unfold. Pilgrims flock to Assisi, not for tourism, but to encounter the poor man who carried heaven in his soul . Why such admiration?  Because Francis stripped himself of all to be filled with God—and that is what our restless age craves . Yesterday’s Crisis, Today’s Reflection In 1882, Pop...

Você Sabia? O mistério do corpo incorrupto dos santos — um fenômeno inexplicável da fé!

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Descubra um dos fenômenos mais intrigantes e inexplicáveis da história da Igreja Católica: os corpos incorruptos dos santos. O que são os corpos incorruptos?

Este hábito simples está transformando a vida de milhares de brasileiros: você já começou?

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Você já se perguntou o que diferencia pessoas realizadas daquelas que vivem no piloto automático? Uma rotina de sucesso começa por um hábito simples — e surpreendentemente acessível.  Nos últimos meses, esse hábito tem viralizado entre profissionais, donas de casa, jovens e idosos. A pergunta agora é: por que você ainda não começou?