Miracle City Collective

05/19/2026

05/06/2026

When Michelangelo designed Saint Peter's Basilica he was building over something.
He didn't know exactly what. Nobody did. But ancient tradition had always insisted that the great basilica in Rome stood on the site of Peter's martyrdom and burial — that somewhere beneath the marble floors and the papal altars were the bones of the fisherman from Galilee.
In the 1940s Pope Pius XII authorised excavations beneath the basilica floor.
What archaeologists found 20 feet beneath the altar stopped them in their tracks.
A first century necropolis — an ancient Roman cemetery — running directly beneath the length of the basilica. And at the centre of it, beneath the main altar, a monument that ancient sources had described for centuries. Surrounding it were walls covered in ancient graffiti — pilgrims who had come to this spot for centuries scratching prayers and names into the stone.
On one of those walls, in a niche, was a box of bones. And scratched into the red wall beside it in Greek — Petros Eni.
Peter is here.
The bones were examined. A robust male. Aged between 60 and 70. First century. Wrapped in a gold threaded purple cloth consistent with someone of great honour.
In 1968 Pope Paul VI made the official announcement — the relics of Saint Peter had been identified beneath the basilica that bears his name.
The fisherman who asked to be crucified upside down because he wasn't worthy to die like his Lord — was buried in the dirt beneath what would become the centre of the Christian world.
And for 2,000 years pilgrims have been walking over his grave without knowing it.
Share this with someone who thinks faith has no physical evidence.
"You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church." — Matthew 16:18

04/30/2026

University of Findlay announced the appointment of Richard L. Ludwick, J.D., D.Ed., as its 18th president, effective July 1, 2026

04/15/2026

Did you know not all judges need a law degree? It's a common misconception that often surprises people and highlights some interesting history!

For example, in Conroe, Texas, the municipal judge is an elected official chosen by popular vote, serving the community as a citizen in the citizen's court and answering directly to the voters.

Historically, Conroe has never had a municipal judge with a law degree, nor has it ever had a female municipal judge!

Even more significantly, the U.S. Constitution does not require Supreme Court Justices or any Justice (including a Justice of the Peace) to possess a law degree. While every Supreme Court Justice has historically been trained in law, our foundational document does not make it a formal qualification.

This sheds light on a fascinating question: What qualities truly define 'justice' and make a great judge? What does this history tell us? Share your thoughts!

04/15/2026

04/06/2026

Did you know this?
Right before Easter, pine trees begin their new growth. Their tallest shoots emerge in a way that resembles the shape of a cross. This naturally occurs around the Easter season—just look up at the pine trees, and you may notice them appearing as though they’re covered with crosses.

03/21/2026

According to tradition, one of the high druids challenged Patrick to a supernatural duel to determine whose god was greater. The druid invoked demons and even levitated before the crowd, but Patrick, filled with the power of Christ, commanded them to fall. The wizard crashed to the ground and died.

Witnessing this, the king was shaken. Convinced of God’s power, he allowed Patrick to continue preaching. Over the next 30 years, Patrick baptized thousands, converted chieftains, and used the shamrock to explain the mystery of the Trinity. Through him, Ireland was set on the path to becoming one of the most Christian lands in Europe.

03/21/2026

03/04/2026

Hello family and friends,The Segura family needs our help right now. Pablo is facing several surgeries and this is a challenging time for them. The family could really use some support with meals and financial assistance. It’s a hard moment, but together we can help them get through this.Let’s s...