As we enter November, a season of gratitude, our hearts turn to the abundant blessings that surround us.

In light of this, it can be useful to step back and take a look at the topic of blessings in general. Here are 7 things to know and share about blessings. 1) What are blessings?

Bread is a general term for satisfying food, therefore its blessing exempts the rest of the food in a meal.

If a same-sex couple asks for a blessing upon their illicit conjugal union, it cannot be granted — it would be blessing sin, as would also be the case with a heterosexual (unmarried) couple.

These traditional Irish blessings and sayings will fill you with St. Patrick's Day cheer on March 17 and every other day of the year.

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On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, four zodiac signs receive blessings from the universe during this marvelously interesting astrological transit. Because of the Virgo Moon, we are able to see just how to ...

Irish blessings have a long and storied history, with roots that stretch back centuries. These beautiful and poetic blessings have been passed down through generations of Irish families, and have ...

9. Care should be taken that during a blessing nothing indecorous is placed upon the altar, e.g., eatables. Things of this nature should be placed upon a table conveniently arranged.

The blessing of holy water usually takes place on Sunday, in keeping with the rite given in the Sacramentary. But when the blessing of water takes place outside Mass, the rite given here may be ...

The first Thanksgiving was a celebration of community. Since then, we have used the holiday as an opportunity to reflect and offer gratitude for the people and circumstances that help us thrive ...