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The Year of St. Francis & the Stations of the Cross

by HolyHeroes | Jan 19, 2026

In honor of the 800th anniversary of the saint's death, Pope Leo XIV has declared the Year of Saint Francis! To celebrate, special plenary indulgences are available to the faithful now through January 10, 2027. Under the usual conditions (Confession, Communion, and...

Daily Jesse Tree Ornament Videos {created by kids, for kids!}

Truly the EASIEST way to explain each Jesse Tree ornament to kids!

Join me in starting a NEW family tradition! [video]

I am so excited to start this tradition with my daughter!

Here is how you can join me:

The Jesse Tree Ornament Schedule [download]

Download the 2024 Jesse Tree Ornament Schedule!

The Holy Heroes Advent & Christmas Calendar…Explained! {DOWNLOAD}

Wondering what the stickers MEAN in our Advent & Christmas calendar?

Check out this handy download!

4 NEW Resources Just Arrived {book lists}

In the midst of a flurry of All Souls Plenary Indulgence Cards being ordered, we also had 4 NEW resources arrive in the office!

For Sunday: 3 things to do with your family

Here are 3 things you can do this Sunday (before All Saints and All Souls Day)!

What a U.S. General Did to Empty Purgatory (and 2 Ways You Can Emulate Him)

I would like to share a story about a daily habit this U.S. General did to help empty purgatory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3BNMfETUas Guess who this U.S. General is--click HERE. Now, you can emulate this General with prayers BY NAME for your departed loved...

Masses for the Dead: Add your loved ones to this Novena

Fr. Steve Gallagher has a goal to empty purgatory–join him and include your dearly departed in this Novena of Masses!

All Souls Day FAQ {why it is important, plenary indulgence, liturgical resources, and more!}

An often-forgotten, but significant feast is coming up–All Souls Day!

Here are a few commonly asked questions:

On the ground in Western NC {pictures inside}

Screenshot As of this morning, we have raised over $41,000 for families impacted by Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina. Last week, my husband traveled to Burnsville, NC to help with home recovery. If you look at the picture on the right, you can see this...