The Gift of Religious Liberty and the Challenges of Covid-19
Have we taken our most important freedoms–and most important things–for granted? A powerful piece by Benedict Nguyen for Independence Day.
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A Living Smile
A smile is a small–although not always easy–sacrament of joy. Claire Dwyer shares about this surprising “apostolate” as her series on Elizabeth of the Trinity continues.
No Gods Before Me: Leaving Merton Behind
Rob Marco gives an inspiring account of how he came to reject the tainted waters of Buddhist practices mixed with Catholic beliefs.
A Season of Restoration
Debra Black provides a beautiful reflection on the restorative aspect of Lent.
Making a Holy Lent: Prayer
Fr. Bill Casey turns our attention to Jesus in brief reflections on topics ranging from the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist to the role that the Blessed Virgin Mary plays in every healthy prayer life.
The Catapult to Change
How is the spiritual life like Candyland? Debra Black offers a reflection as we look forward to Lent.
Let Sorrow for Sin Help You Overcome Your Sins
If you still drag your feet about going to Confession, here’s the help you need to enable you to overcome your reluctance and open your soul to the vast reservoir of mercy found in Confession.
Discipleship and Divine Intimacy: An Interview with Fr. Mike Schmitz
Fr. Mike Schmitz gives great insights into mission, discipleship—and the ultimate end of both of them, union with God.
Nothing Comes From Nothing
Nothing is wasted in the Economy of God–this mysterious, wonderful reality has us all implicated in each other’s salvation. Claire Dwyer is always amazed at the perfection of God’s plans.
The Cry of St. Monica
Some join for a day, others for a lifetime. Some hold whole handfuls of people they long to see in full reconciliation with Christ. All who become members of this club, however, wish they weren’t members. The first step in turning this pain from a defining ache in your heart into an act of giving and prayer, is to name the reality of the hurt.
The Battle of Earthly Life
To not understand what it means to be human is to be unprepared in this greatest battle, this battle of earthly life.
A Pope Nails Parenthood: The Kingdom of Irrationality
Sometimes we want a saint for a cause, an intention, a miracle. But maybe we just need one for the journey, Claire Dwyer shares.
Want to Grow in Prayer? Work on Virtue
Growing in virtue is essential for growth in prayer, Connie Rossini explains.
Peter Kreeft on Books & Music
What’s the hardest question you’ve ever been asked? Here are some of the most interesting ones Dr. Peter Kreeft has ever been asked and his responses.
The Priests We Need to Save the Church
A source that will deepen your faith and help you understand what all priests, by their vocation, are consecrated and called to be.
