St. Rita Catholic Church

The Stations of the Cross is a deeply cherished Catholic devotion that allows the faithful to spiritually accompany Jesus Christ on His journey to Calvary. This ancient tradition, often prayed during Lent and especially on Fridays, invites us to meditate on the sufferings of Christ and the immense love He demonstrated through His Passion and death.Read more of this article on Catholic Online News here >>

As the Lenten season begins, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have extended their greetings to Catholics and other Christians, calling for prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. In a statement issued on March 5, the president and first lady shared their reflections on this sacred time, stating, "This Ash Wednesday, we join in prayer with the tens of millions of American Catholics and other Christians beginning the holy season of Lent - a time of spiritual anticipation of the ...

Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano has once again spoken out regarding what he describes as the infiltration of the Catholic Church by a network he refers to as the "deep church." In a series of statements published on X (formerly Twitter) on March 6, Vigano alleged that this infiltration has transformed the Church into "an organization in support of the woke globalist Left," according to LifeSiteNews.Read more of this article on Catholic Online News here >>

For centuries, humankind has faced the consequences of vitamin deficiencies, yet it wasn't until the 16th to 18th centuries that the connection between health and nutrition became clear. As Catholics, we understand the value of caring for the body as a temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19). One such vital nutrient, Vitamin C, plays an important role in maintaining our physical well-being. Let's explore the significance of Vitamin C, both in our bodies and in the historical journey of ...

Pope Francis, 88, remains hospitalized at Rome's Gemelli Hospital as he recovers from bilateral pneumonia. The Holy Father was admitted on February 14 with breathing difficulties, and while his condition has been serious, recent updates from the Vatican indicate that he is stable and responding to treatment.Read more of this article on Catholic Online News here >>Light a Candle for Pope Francis

Lent is a sacred season in the Catholic Church, a time of deep reflection, prayer, and spiritual growth. One of the central practices of Lent is fasting, which allows the faithful to grow closer to God through sacrifice and self-discipline. But why do we fast for Lent, when do we fast, and how can we observe this practice while staying healthy? This guide will provide insight into the significance of fasting and practical tips for observing it during Lent.Read more of this article on Catholic ...

The option or love of preference for the poor. This is an option or a special form of primacy in the exercise of Christian charity to which the whole tradition of the church bears witness. It affects the life of each Christian inasmuch as he or she seeks to imitate the life of Christ, but it applies equally to our social responsibilities and hence to our manner of living, and to the logical decisions to be made concerning the ownership and use of goods.-Blessed John Paul II

Catholics will participate in Ash Wednesday Service where they will be told to 'Turn away from sin and be faithful to the gospel' and be signed on the forehead with ashes.