
Recovering Love of God and Country
“Love of country is a virtue; it is our duty of justice both in gratitude for that which we are given and in our duty towards others.” – Debra Black
“Love of country is a virtue; it is our duty of justice both in gratitude for that which we are given and in our duty towards others.” – Debra Black
“As we grapple with the sacredness of life and spiritual poverty as a people, God is also at work, ready to support us when we choose life. He can heal what is wounded. He can make whole what has been shattered.”
— Dr. Anthony Lilles
“Most people like to think of freedom as absolute, as in, ‘No one is going to tell me what to do.” In the end, though, freedom is not absolute; it cannot be.” – Monsignor Charles Pope
Jesus, if you knew who I was, you wouldn’t let me touch your feet. Yet it is because you know who I am that you
“The enemies of God know that prayer makes a soul free.” – Melody Lyons
At the turn of the Century, it looked like the earthly forces were winning a decisive victory in France, and that Catholicism was being humiliated and beaten back. But God had another plan. Claire Dwyer continues her series on Elizabeth of the Trinity.
Have we taken our most important freedoms–and most important things–for granted? A powerful piece by Benedict Nguyen for Independence Day.
The right way is one of order, peace, and true freedom. The right way is God’s way.
Our freedom to love was purchased with Someone’s blood. We thank Dr. Anthony Lilles for this reminder as we set today apart to thank God for authentic freedom of all kinds.
What does it mean to remain in Him, and how do we keep His word? It requires a painful process of pruning, Dr. Anthony Lilles explains.