This man received one in 1952 and his life beyond the earthly realities has been and will be transformed forever.

After reflecting on today’s story, it is very amazing that God, the creator of the universe, has a vocation for everyone on earth.

Today’s story, from Enrico and his family in Colorado, displays very concretely the incredibly rich universality of the Catholic Faith.

Let our team know what you think about her comments on technology, retreats, and the Mass below in the ‘Comments section.’ Our team would be very grateful also to hear from you, [email protected] , to learn how we could better serve your spiritual needs on this journey of your Catholic Life.

November 16th 2011 ~ Tamper with truth, and it will come back to the surface in full splendor. That is the current status of Catholic Campus Ministry across the United States, in large part thanks to an apostolate based in Denver called FOCUS, or the Fellowship Of Catholic University Students. Listen to a story today of perserseverance and courage under fire at a Christian conference. Let’s all pray for Christian unity after hearing today’s story.

October 5th 2011 ~ Every now and then, the team at OneBillionStories.com has the honor of publishing a Catholic story that holds nothing back. Today is one of those types of stories, holding nothing back for the audience on the ‘digital continent.’ Listen to Jill today as she divulges the difficult circumstances of her life and how a child’s questions eventually brought her into the fullness of the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic faith.

August 22rd 2011 ~ The closing Vigil and Mass at World Youth Day 2011 in Madrid Spain was amazing. Inclement weather of lightning and rain only added to the wonderful spirit of being one body in Christ as pilgrims from every nation huddled beside each other in prayer, and for warmth. Pope Benedict XVI stayed strong despite pouring rain and heavy winds. Viva El Papa!

August 17th 2011 ~ World Youth Day has kicked off with a loud cry of excitement and fidelity to the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church from 1 million pilgrims. Daily videos and blog posts with pictures continually updating on World Youth Day 2011 from Madrid Spain right here on OneBillionStories.com. Come back daily for more stories and exciting videos from the pilgrims of the Catholic faith.

August 14th ~ Images of last night’s Mass and our descent in to Santiago, a 24 mile day capped off with a much need ‘Our Day of Rest’ video. More from Santiago tomorrow night.