Palm Sunday and Holy Week Reflection
The hosannas that ring out on Palm Sunday should echo throughout Holy Week. Today, we understand hosanna as a word bound up with Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem; it is […]
A Brief History of the Previous Papal Resignation
Our Inventory Administrator Thomas Morrison wrote this excellent background piece on the history of resignation in the papacy. Even though our new pope has been elected, we didn’t want to […]
Pope Francis and the Call to Tenderness
Novalis’ Publisher Joseph Sinasac recently invited Sabrina Di Matteo, Director of Campus Ministry, Centre étudiant Benoît-Lacroix and President of Communications et Société (a partner of ARCCC), to share her personal […]
Slow Philosophy and Prayer
We live in a fast-paced world. With computers, fast food, 24-hour news channels, social media, and instant messaging we can feel antsy when we need to sit down and concentrate […]
Our New Pope!
We are living in what is to be one of the most historic moments in papal history. First, we witnessed the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI, leaving many of us […]
Lent Check-Up
Over the years I’ve heard of people giving up a variety of things for Lent. People have attempted to forgo chocolate, Facebook, drinking, drying their hair and bad language, among […]
All About Papal Conclaves
In a matter of days cardinals will enter the famous Sistine Chapel to once again elect a new pope. Curious about the timeless rituals and customs of papal conclaves, we […]
Staff Profile: Joseph Sinasac
Joseph Sinasac, our publishing director here at Novalis, talks about some of his activities, the publishing industry and current events. You’re involved in several organizations outside of work. Can you […]
The Feast of the Chair of St Peter: What’s so Important About a Chair?
Liturgical Chairs have been an interest of mine for several years. It may seem strange, but how we see the chair of the presider says a lot about how we […]
Churches in Guatemala
Recently I had the opportunity to travel in Guatemala. Aside from the stunning scenery and welcoming people, I was amazed at the numerous, beautiful churches I encountered all over the […]
Seeds of Faith 