The whole semantic field of 'tool' and 'instrument' is fraught with negative moral connotations. St. Ignatius’ writings , however, show a different tendency. There, 'instrument' both serves as a ...

Q. 1053. How do the Sacramentals excite good thoughts and increase devotion? A. The Sacramentals excite good thoughts by recalling to our minds some special reason for doing good and avoiding evil ...

Q. 1053. How do the Sacramentals excite good thoughts and increase devotion? A. The Sacramentals excite good thoughts by recalling to our minds some special reason for doing good and avoiding evil ...

Women who are appropriately equipped may with the permission of their bishop administer certain sacramentals (see canon 1168). Lay persons who are suited can be admitted to certain ecclesiastical ...

Chapter 22 – Sacramentals and Popular Devotions The Rosary Many of the appearances of Mary, especially at Lourdes and Fatima, have been associated with the praying of the Rosary. Part III. Christian ...