Contemporary Catholics on Traditional Devotions

James Martin, SJ April 07, 2003

Contemporary Catholics on Traditional Devotions

This series focuses on the world of devotions in the life of contemporary believers. America asked a number of Catholics to speak about a favorite devotionits history, its place in the writer’s life and its possible role in the life of contemporary believers. In this sixth part of the series we look at two: novenas and relics.

 

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This article also appeared in print, under the headline "Contemporary Catholics on Traditional Devotions," in the April 7, 2003 issue.

James Martin, SJ James Martin, S.J., is an associate editor of America.

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