In Catholic tradition, what is the name of the site where Jesus was crucified and buried?

Dear friends in Christ,

 

This week’s Holy Highlights will stir your heart, renew your faith, and draw you deeper into daily spiritual growth.

 

We take you to Egypt, where 500,000 gathered in honor of Our Lady at a site sacred to the Holy Family. We hear Pope Leo XIV speak directly to young altar servers about the beauty and seriousness of the liturgy  and the deeper call to priesthood. And finally, Deacon Steve Greco reminds us that miracles begin with surrender and trust in the Father's love.

 

Let these stories inspire you to slow down, look up, and lean in to the sacred moments right in front of you.

 

In Christ,

The Holy Highlights Team
Your companion in daily Catholic renewal

In Egypt’s Assiut, the Monastery of the Virgin Mary shines as a historic symbol of faith.

 

The monastery, thought to have sheltered the Holy Family during their flight into Egypt, hosts the annual Feast of the Virgin Mary every August, attracting pilgrims nationwide.

 

In 2025, more than 500,000 people gathered for this celebrated event, reflecting the pilgrimage’s lasting spiritual power.

 

With origins in the fourth century under St. John of Egypt, the monastery draws visitors with its daily rituals and welcoming spirit.

 

A central attraction is the ancient Cave Church, long linked to Joseph the Patriarch and the Holy Family’s refuge.

 

In 2023, the unveiling of Egypt’s largest Virgin Mary statue added to the site’s majesty, coinciding with the Virgin’s birthday.

 

Against all odds, thousands—mostly Coptic Christians—travel here yearly, turning faith and history into a vibrant tradition.

On August 25, 2025, Pope Leo XIV inspired over 350 French altar servers in Rome, stressing the urgent need for priestly vocations and the irreplaceable value of the Eucharist.

 

He described France’s priest shortage as “a great misfortune” for both Church and nation, urging the young to remain open to Jesus' call. Serving as a priest, he said, is both a challenge and a profound chance to impact lives.

 

Reflecting on the Jubilee Year, the Pope reminded altar servers to embrace conversion and deepen their friendship with Jesus, the one who truly saves.

 

Pope Leo called the Eucharist the Church’s greatest treasure and underscored that Mass holds unparalleled importance because it's where God gives Himself to us.

 

He expressed deep gratitude for altar servers’ dedication and encouraged them to persevere faithfully, making the celebration joyful yet solemn.

 

Above all, he offered hope, urging the youth to listen to Jesus and consider the beauty and necessity of a priestly vocation.

St. Teresa of Avila encouraged trust in God, assuring that His love never abandons us.

 

Where there is love, there is God, and within families, this love can spark real-life miracles.

 

Through faith and prayer—especially empowered by marriage—enduring hardships becomes possible and brings unexpected blessings.

 

Stories of healing, like Mary Anne’s recovery from arthritis after daily prayer, reveal the strength of persistent belief.

 

Praying as a family, even for specific hopes such as a holy spouse or children’s well-being, has led to miraculous changes and deeper faith.

 

The rosary remains an anchor, offering peace amid family storms and hope for miracles—evident in remarkable recoveries and renewed lives.

 

Recent church events in Sioux Falls and Middletown have also shown collective prayer transforming lives, with numerous testimonies of healing and spiritual renewal.

 

With enduring faith, prayer, and trust in God’s mercy, miracles for families remain possible—even today.

Bob Fenimore, born in Woodward, Oklahoma in 1925, developed his football skills as a boy in his family's yard before igniting his legacy at Oklahoma A&M College (now Oklahoma State University).

 

Standing tall and versatile, Fenimore excelled as a halfback, safety, and punter, turning heads nationwide.

 

His 1944 season was extraordinary—he led the nation in total offense, earned All-America honors, and finished ninth for the Heisman Trophy.

 

In 1945, he topped the country in both offense and rushing, guiding the Aggies to a flawless 9-0 record and a national title.

 

With an unbroken school record of 18 interceptions and more than 4,600 offensive yards, Fenimore set a standard unmatched for decades.

 

Though his NFL career with the Chicago Bears was brief, his legend endures with honors from the College Football Hall of Fame and Oklahoma State’s Ring of Honor.

 

Fenimore's story defines excellence and lasting impact.

P.S.
Looking for a small step to grow spiritually this week?
Try this: Offer one intentional moment of silence to God each day. No phone, no music, no distractions — just presence. It’s in the silence that He speaks most clearly.

 

Take our 7 Day Prayer Challenge.

The site is known as Golgotha or Calvary, located within the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem.