Philip Kosloski on Sacramentals and Home

"The use of sacramentals is one of the most misunderstood practices in the Catholic Church. They have been part of the Church's life from the very beginning, but are commonly viewed as some sort of superstition.

"This is largely due to the fact that many Catholics over the centuries have used sacramentals in a superstitious way as they were not taught how to use them properly. Instead of using them with faith, some Catholics used them as magic charms rather than instruments of grace.

"This is unfortunate, as sacramentals are meant to enrich our spiritual lives, not hinder them. They have been instituted by the Church to draw us into a deeper relationship with Christ and are focused on sanctifying every part of our lives. Sacramentals are extensions of the seven sacraments and bring the grace of God into everything that we do. 

"One place where sacramentals are especially powerful is in the home. . . ." 

In a recent commentary, writer Philip Kosloski reflected on how, if used in a spirit of faith, sacramentals "can provide a spiritual boost to the home as well as keep away spiritual enemies that are lurking in the shadows."

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Aleteia; Philip Kosloski: 3 Powerful sacramentals to have in your home (7 MAY 20)