Adoration of the Magi (1680-1689) by Rybotychi School - Public Domain Orthodox Icon
Icon of the Adoration of the Magi by the Rybotychi school, made in the 1680s. It is held in the National Museum in Warsaw, Poland.
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Plaque with the Descent from the Cross (1320-1340) - Public Domain Catholic Stock Photo
The ivory figures are mounted on a sheet of whalebone. This plaque is part of a series of Passion carvings that are now dispersed among Antwerp, Oslo, Paris, London, and New York. French, elephant ivory with traces of paint and gilding, 23.2 x 18.3 cm.
Virgin and Child (1437-1439) by Rossello di Jacopo Franchi - Public Domain Catholic Painting
In his left hand the Christ Child holds a swallow. Swallows were thought to hibernate during winter in nests of mud. Their re-emergence in spring symbolized the Resurrection of Christ.
Top 12 Orders of Catholic Nuns and Sisters
This is a list of my favorite 12 orders of Catholic nuns and sisters in no particular order. This list includes their history, and images of their habits. What is a Catholic Nun or Sister? In the Roman Catholic tradition, there are many religious institutes of nuns and sisters (the...
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Do No Evils - Daily Mental Prayer
Tonight we meditate on Ecclesiasticus Chapter 7 verses 1-4.
Call His Name Jesus - Advent Mental Prayer
It’s advent, and what better time to meditate on the moments before Christ’s birth than now. So today, we are doing a mental prayer on the gospel of Luke chapter 1: verses 31-33.
Fear Not, Mary - Advent Mental Prayer
It’s advent, and what better time to meditate on the moments before Christ’s birth than now. So today, we are doing a mental prayer on the gospel of Luke chapter 1: verses 28-31.
Blessed Art Thou - Advent Mental Prayer
It’s advent, and what better time to meditate on the moments before Christ’s birth than now. So today, we are doing a mental prayer on the gospel of Luke chapter 1: verses 26-28.
Timeline of the Catholic Church Ep. 006 - AD 155 to AD 180
Today we talk about Justin Martyr and his First Apology in Rome. Next we talk about Polycarp's martyrdom. Finally, we discuss Irenaeus' bishopric in Lyons, France and his book Adversus Haereses which brought the concept of "heresy" to the fore.
Who Are the Sisters of the Holy Family?
The Sisters of the Holy Family (circa 1837) provided a home for orphans and taught slaves at a time under Louisiana law when educating slaves was illegal. They also established the first and oldest Catholic nursing home in the United States in 1841.
Joseph, A Just Man - Advent Mental Prayer
Today we meditate on the holiness of Saint Joseph with the Gospel of Matthew Chapter 1.
Who was Sister Thea Bowman? (A Black History Biography)
Thea Bowman (1937 – 1990) was a Roman Catholic religious sister, teacher, and scholar who made a major contribution to the ministry of the Catholic Church toward her fellow Black Americans.
Newsletter December 9, 2020
Good morning and God bless + I hope you had an enjoyable Feast of the Immaculate Conception (December 8th). Check out the latest episodes below and stay holy + Ecce Homo (Behold the Man) - Daily Mental PrayerToday we meditate on the physical appearance of Jesus and what that means for our salvation....
Ecce Homo (Behold the Man) - Daily Mental Prayer
Today we meditate on the physical appearance of Jesus and what that means for our salvation.
Who was Father George Clements? (A Black History Biography)
George Harold Clements (1932 – 2019) was an American Roman Catholic priest who, in 1981, became the first Catholic priest in the Chicago area to adopt a child.
Without Grace We Can Do Nothing - Daily Mental Prayer
In today's Christian meditation we remember that in spiritual life there are two great principles which should never be forgotten. Without Grace we can do nothing with it, we can do all things.
Newsletter Dec 7, 2020
Enjoy the latest episodes from the podcast! God bless and stay holy + Timeline of the Catholic Church Ep. 005 - AD 100 to AD 155Today we talk about Ignatius of Antioch, three early church heresies (Marcionism, Gnosticism, and Montanism), and Justin Martyr’s First Apology.The Shalone Cason ShowShalone Cason [https:...
Divine Simplicity - Daily Mental Prayer
In this mental prayer, we meditate on God's Divine nature and how that affects our lives.
Timeline of the Catholic Church Ep. 005 - AD 100 to AD 155
Today we talk about Ignatius of Antioch, three early church heresies (Marcionism, Gnosticism, and Montanism), and Justin Martyr's First Apology.
Who are the Oblate Sisters of Providence? (Black Catholic History)
The Oblate Sisters of Providence is a Roman Catholic women's religious institute, founded by Mother Mary Lange. It was the first permanent community of Roman Catholic sisters of African descent in the United States.
A Short History of the Catholic Church in Africa
Christian activity in Africa began in the 1st century when the Patriarchate of Alexandria in Egypt was formed as one of the four original Patriarchs of the East. Currently there are over 150 million Catholics in Africa and 10% of all Catholic Cardinals are African.
Newsletter 12-4-2020
Enjoy the latest posts. And yes...I know I said I was not doing mental prayer anymore, but guess what? I felt the need to continue it, just in a different format. So I hope you enjoy the new format. And, rejoice! Mental prayer has not been retired thus yet!...
The Good God - Daily Mental Prayer
Today we consider God's plan, and our greatest happiness.
Who was James Augustine Healy? (A Black History Biography)
James Augustine Healy (April 6, 1830 – August 5, 1900) was an American Roman Catholic priest and the second bishop of Portland, Maine; he was the first African-American Catholic priest (though it was not widely known) and was the first African-American bishop as well.
Who was Mary Lou Williams? (A Black History Biography)
Mary Lou Williams (1910 – 1981) was an American jazz pianist, arranger, and composer. She wrote and arranged for Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman, and she was friend, mentor, and teacher to Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, Tadd Dameron, Bud Powell, and Dizzy Gillespie.
Newsletter 12-2-20
Here are the latest posts. Enjoy and God bless + What is Canonization?Canonization is simply the process of recognizing people who have lived heroically virtuous lives, and elevating them so that Catholics all over the world may freely celebrate and honor them.The Shalone Cason Show Shalone Cason [https://sdcason....
Who was Venerable Mother Henriette DeLille? (A Black History Biography)
Mother Henriette Díaz DeLille (March 11, 1813 – November 16, 1862) was a Black Catholic nun in the United States who founded the Sisters of the Holy Family in 1836 and served as their first Mother Superior.
Newsletter 11/30/2020
I should have sent this newsletter this morning, but alas, I forgot. No problem, because I have a lot of new content for you anyway. And a new direction for the website. I hope you enjoy the changes...and until next time, stay holy. God bless + Shalone Major Changes for...
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