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The USCCB Committee on Doctrine has published a document regarding the treatment of the body after death, explaining the rationale behind burial and cremation, while disapproving of the new methods of 'alkaline hydrolosis' and 'human composting'.

The Liturgical Preparation Aid from the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions is available in English and in Spanish for Lent, Triduum, and Easter, and includes a sample Order for a communal penance service with individual confession and absolution, frequently asked questions about the seasons, preparation sheets for the RCIA rites, as well as Holy Week.

Sr. Maria Miguel Wright writes about a Eucharistic experience and the lasting effect is has had on her life.

Are you a composer or songwriter? The National Eucharistic Revival is looking for entries which may be able to be used as a liturgical hymn or a theme song for the National Eucharistic Revival. Click for more information.

Sunday, January 22nd is devoted to the Word of God. On that day, the USCCB will begin releasing a series of videos on the place of the Word of God in our lives, featuring several renowned biblical scholars.

Looking at the Opening Hymn or Entrance Antiphon, Fr. Luke Spannagel reflects on the importance of singing at Mass.

The Spanish version of the USCCB's novena for the repose of the soul of Pope Benedict may be found here.

The USCCB Divine Worship Committee has prepared a Novena in honor of Pope Benedict XVI. Traditionally, there would be a nine-day period of mourning from the day of a deceased pope's funeral. For Pope Emeritus Benedict this would be from January 5 to January 13. Click here for the novena.

The Sunday of the Word of God will be observed on January 22, 2023. Visit this link for resources on celebrating God's Word!

Fr. Luke Spannagel reflects on the practice of observing silence before Mass.

Fr. Luke Spannagel reflects on the gesture of genuflection.

Mientras nos preparamos para unirnos a Cristo en su ofrenda perfecta al Padre, este primer gesto (bendición con agua bendita) al entrar en el cuerpo de la Iglesia nos ayuda a saber que pertenecemos a ella y que hemos sido invitados a participar en el sacrificio de Cristo.

The National Eucharistic Revival website has begun a new series of articles on the Mass from Fr. Luke Spannagel. The first article looks at "What is the Mass", and reflects on sacramentals, such as using holy water when entering a church.

Archbishop Leonard Blair, former chair of the USCCB Committee on Divine Worship, speaks about the importance of Thanksgiving, and how that relates to "Eucharist"

Fr. Joe Laramie, SJ reflects on how we take in the radical humility of Jesus in the Eucharist

The Archdiocese of Detroit and the Hallow app have collaborated to bring testimonies of people's encounters with Jesus in the Holy Eucharist. Read them for your own growth, or share them with others!

Dr. Zachary Keith reflects on how we can help children to enter more fully into the Mass.

Dr. James Pauley reminds us that a true Eucharistic Revival doesn't only address faith in the Eucharist, but also the transforming power of the Eucharist to change ourselves and our society.

Gloria Purvis had Bp. Andrew Cozzens, who is spearheading the Eucharistic Revival initiative on this episode of her podcast.