Belief

Hope in a better world starts with believing in the capacity of the human spirit to bring light to the darkness. Our Catholic faith acts as a foundation for how to make the world a better place. These Grotto stories reveal that belief in something, Someone, bigger than ourselves has the power to transform the world.

Find out why the death penalty is wrong from Sister Helen Prejean, who has been working with death row inmates for over 30 years.

Speaking Out Against the Injustice of the Death Penalty

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Learn how faith and science are not just compatible, but how they're inseparable.

Science and Faith Aren’t Just Compatible — They’re Inseparable

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‘I Believe in God, But Not Religion’

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Learn these 5 things to do when being an adult sucks.

5 Tips for Dealing with the Restlessness of Adulthood

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Watch how this mother finds calm and peace within her Virgin Mary paintings.

Mother Finds Healing in Painting Portraits of Mary

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Learn a few life lessons like this author did from 'The Mandalorian'.

A Complicated Profession: Life Lessons from ‘The Mandalorian’

Learn how to become an informed voter by following this author's tips.

How to Take a Thoughtful Approach to Voting

Meet Archbishop Wilton Gregory, the first African-American cardinal.

Meet the Church’s First African-American Cardinal

Listen to these songs about voting while you're either waiting in line or mailing in your absentee ballot for the 2020 election.

Go Vote! | #GrottoMusic

Meet Blessed Chiara Badano, a role model for everyone.

Blessed Chiara Badano Sets an Example We All Can Follow

Acquiring media literacy is necessary in today's divided world; take these five steps to get there.

Why You Need Media Literacy – and 5 Steps To Get There

Are you dealing with political anxiety? These four tips could possibly help you get your mind off the election and politics in general.

Can’t Get Your Mind Off Politics? These Tips Can Help

Watch why it's important to vote according to CSPL (Coalition for Spiritual and Public Leadership).

DACA Recipient Who Can’t Vote Encourages Others Who Can

Watching 'This Is Us' taught this author how to be a better man.

3 Ways ‘This Is Us’ Helps Me Be a Better Man

Learn how to stop gossiping by following these tips.

Gossip Isn’t Harmless — Here’s How to Kick the Habit