While in this fresco it may seem Christ ignores his mother, he actually purposely breaks her heart to allow her to participate in the divine drama of salvation.

Sometimes Iconography reveals how people think of things. This icon by Georgios Kortezas presents unusual imagery connected with the three named archangels. This article explains the meaning behind them.

During the Feast of Tabernacles, Christ said he is the Light of the World. A little knowledge of that feast helps in giving context to what he said. In this article, we will explore what it means, and how it will help in our serenity.

Two things in the Transfiguration help us know who Christ is: his dazzling white clothes, and Mark's use of the word "fuller". They open new layers of meaning to help us understand Christ a little more.

The "me" culture can influence us to covet the first place in everything, but in the spiritual life with Christ, we must come second.

Archbishop Fulton Sheen provides insights on how we can participate during mass, and not be just mere spectators.

The swoon of Mary was once seen as a weakness, but the concept of co-redemptrix interprets it a refreshing way, and how beautiful it is.

Mary's Nativity is no ordinary birthday; her birth is the hinge the brings the Old Testament and New Testament together.

Did you know there are two major floods in Scriptures, one is the popular one with Noah, and the lesser-known one at the End of Time?

How is the Immaculate Heart of Mary connected to the Sacred Heart of Jesus? It is more beautiful thank you can ever imagine.

How is the birth of Adam connected to Pentecost? It has to do with God breathing life into the Church.

The Ascension is not as if Jesus became a rocket ship that lifted off and headed to the stars. It isn�t a departure, but a glorification.

Explore the symbolism Raphael uses in the recommissioning of Peter.

Seeing the pandemic through the lens of Faith

Painting of the Immaculate Conception follow a certain pattern. In this ArtSpeaks, we will unpack the different symbolism to fully understand what each means and gain a better understanding of Mary.

San Lorenzo Ruiz is the first Filipino saint who died as a martyr during the Japanese persecution of Christians.

What does this painting of Adam and Eve tell us about our role in creation? This ArtSpeaks explores the meaning behind Johan Wenzel Peter's painting of creation.

What can Paolo Veronese's painting on St. Helena teach us about prayer? This ArtSpeaks explores prayer as a gift, covenant, and communion.

There is an overwhelming number of art, including this one by Raphael, depicting the serpent in Eden as a woman to tell the story of a love triangle. This ArtSpeaks explains why.

Pulpits have taken different shapes across the centuries. This one in Austria takes the form of Peter's boat in the Gospel of Luke for a very interesting reason.