Think on These Things
It is so easy to get dragged down in the negativity of a situation. The devil often tries to use something unexpected or challenging to lead us to despair. This...
The Stranger
“Are you ok?” I heard her voice through my car window. Of course, I couldn’t ignore the kind woman, tapping lightly on the window. I’d hoped they wouldn’t see me...
Wholesome Movies for Your Friday Night
Looking for a reason to pop some corn, unwrap a little candy, and plop down on the couch? Good news: I have four. Recently, I re-watched four movies that were...
The Blessed is She Planner Vs. Other Planners
I don’t know about you, but I love things like pretty planners and notebooks. I get so excited by simple designs and colorful floral patterns. My planners and notebooks have...
How to Be a Great Godparent
Celebrant: Are you ready to help the parents of this child in their duty as Christian parents? Godparents: We are. -From the Rite for the Baptism of One Child My...
Subtle Works of Mercy
Sometimes I look at my life, and I don’t know whether hypocrisy or irony is screaming louder. I write about mercy, because I believe whole-heartedly in its power to change...
BIS Reads: Look Again, Thomas!
Unique and unrepeatable, that’s you! Maybe at some point along the way though, you’ve forgotten this. Or, it’s possible that some of us have never heard this about ourselves before....
Ways to Find Community Within the Catholic Church
The Catholic Church is big, diverse, and widespread. It is such a beautiful source of community! Community is different for everyone. It can be through one person with whom you...
Slings + Sacrifices
The world is full of those who suffer unjustly and who through no fault of their own bear the "slings and arrows of outrageous fortune". What should be their attitude...
The Feminine Genius
As a little girl, I remember wanting to pursue a number of different career paths: actress, singer, author, lawyer, and politician, to name a few. My father in particular encouraged...
Finding Calcutta
Has a saint ever chased after you? Everywhere you turn, there there are, seemingly waiting for you. It’s like they’re trying to tell you something that you don’t want to...
BIS Reads: One Beautiful Dream
I have to admit, I am new to the Jennifer Fulwiler fan club. I recently discovered Mrs. Fulwiler through the Fountains of Carrots podcast. I was immediately sold on her...
