How to Pray as a Busy Family: A Beginner's Guide
We all know we should be praying with our families daily. We understand the merits and fruit of the practice. But when it comes to actually doing it, many of...
Willing + Courageous
My Lord God, I have no idea where I am going. I do not see the road ahead of me. I cannot know for certain where it will end. Nor...
Slow + Hopeful
Above all, trust in the slow work of God. We are quite naturally impatient in everything to reach the end without delay. We should like to skip the intermediate stages....
5 Ways to Live Scripturally (Without Bible Study)
Recently, I felt a tugging at my heart to immerse myself more deeply in Scripture. “Man does not live by bread alone,” Jesus says to us, “but by every word...
How to Host a No-Stress "Friendsgiving"
I love Thanksgiving. I love the meal planning and preparation, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, the football on TV, and of course, the family time! In addition to the big...
Of Meinrad and Mashed Potatoes: Keeping the Peace During the Holidays
Practicing hospitality is a Biblical encouragement that we, as Christians, should strive to execute. But it can be difficult to practice when it comes to holiday gatherings. Family and friend...
Cozy Book List: Comfort Reads for a Long Winter's Night
It's the time of year when we all turn a bit inward. When the weather drives you inside the desire for the cozy and comforting can't help but increase. After...
Abundance + Gratitude
O tender Father, You gave me more, much more, than I ever thought to ask for. Thank you, and again thank you, O Father, for having granted my requests, and...
Why and How to Host the BIS Advent Gathering
I’m an introvert through and through, but I’m also created for fellowship and connection. In my adult years, this yearning in my heart for connection with other women has pushed...
Overcoming Doubt and Fear
When was the last time you doubted or feared anything? This morning? Yesterday? I doubt quite frequently. I never knew how much this weighed on my faith life until my...
How to Find a Patron Saint for Your Family
"Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, pray for us." My southern son stumbles over the Italian name in the adorable way only toddlers can as he concludes our nightly prayer. He may...
Sight + Truth
As kingfishers catch fire, dragonflies draw flame; As tumbled over rim in roundy wells Stones ring; like each tucked string tells, each hung bell's Bow swung finds tongue to fling...
