The Catholic Talk Show 5 Holy Items Every Catholic Home Should Have
Oct 21, 2024
Join Fr. Patrick Mary Briscoe, a Dominican friar dedicated to integrating faith into daily life, as he shares essential holy items every Catholic home should feature. Discover the significance of a family Bible, crucifixes, and religious art in nurturing spiritual connections and family unity. Fr. Briscoe discusses enriching traditions like the enthronement of the Sacred Heart and the use of blessed chalk during Epiphany. Enhance your home’s atmosphere of devotion and learn how these artifacts create a lasting impact on faith for children and visitors alike.
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Crucifix Essential for Catholic Homes
- A crucifix is the number one item every Catholic home should have prominently displayed.
- It symbolizes Jesus' sacrifice and fills suffering with His presence, making it central to a Catholic home.
Strategic Crucifix Placement
- Place a crucifix in the entryway and in every bedroom for a Catholic home.
- These locations consecrate key spaces where family members enter and rest.
Why the Crucifix's Corpus Matters
- The crucifix's corpus emphasizes Jesus’ incarnation and suffering.
- Seeing Christ's body helps believers recall His sacrifice more deeply than an empty cross.
