“Choose mortifications that don’t mortify others.” Claire Dwyer expounds on this saying of St. JosemarÍa Escrivá in today’s reflection.
As we begin Holy Week, St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross meditates on the good that comes from desiring and carrying the Cross.
Why is the Cross good for us? Why do we need passive suffering?
What does Christ’s prediction of His Passion mean for us? What lessons can we draw from it?
As we begin the spiritual discipline of Lent today, let us reflect on why it is important to unite ourselves to the sufferings of Christ both spiritually and corporeally.
Claire Dwyer reflects that even the most difficult life never lies outside of the power of God’s restoration.
Dr. Anthonly Lilles offers encouragement in praying through the battle of times of suffering and desolation.
In this chapter from her book “Fire of Love,” St. Catherine of Genoa reflects on the souls increased burning love for God triggered by their time in purgatory.
Why do we need strong hope for the apostolate? Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects in this excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.
Claire Dwyer on how Mary helps us to find sweetness in our sorrows.
