How to Live the Mass More Fully
What if we could live the Mass as our highest prayer no matter the circumstance? The stress from work, the drama with friends, the exams nearing at school, the list...
Eucharistic Power // A Poem
In this Year of the Eucharist, I have constantly been called by Our Lord to visit Him. As a mom of five littles, that doesn’t look like frequent Adoration in...
I Believe // A Poem
We are called to be Christ’s light to the world and to spread the Gospel to all, unabashedly. The Holy Spirit gives us the courage and wisdom to do this...
The Seven Churches Pilgrimage for Holy Thursday
“ …About to hand Himself over to death, [He] entrusted to the Church a sacrifice new for all eternity, the banquet of His love…” The opening prayer for the Mass...
The (Actual) Essentials of Holiness
“Go where you can love God best.” My spiritual director shared this advice at a Holy Hour for discerning women. The thought rankled me. Shouldn’t I go where I could...
The Ways of the Word
This morning, Father approached the ambo, offered the customary greeting and announcement, and began to read the assigned Gospel passage from Mark. As I stood listening, it struck me: “I...
Insurmountable Joy // A Poem about the Eucharist
The Holy Spirit has inspired me many times, and oft have I written down the rhymes He’s given me. Ahh, what better way to spend my talents than by glorifying...
Small Group Tips for Dwell, a Study on the Eucharist
With the Fall approaching, many of us are longing to renew our prayer lives and invest in community. Our new study on the Eucharist, Dwell, is perfect for small groups...
Our Consolation in Loneliness
As I get older and walk farther along with the Lord, the shock of loneliness mellows, but the pain persists. I am able to more quickly identify a feeling of...
Dwell // A Study on the Eucharist for Women
"I need Adoration." My friend's evening text put words to the longing on my own heart. In the midst of the shut downs, our usual Holy Hours were cancelled, and...
Holy Hour Two Ways
As a mom of young children, I long thought a regular Holy Hour was something for another season of life. I imagined it would be at least a few more...
5 Ways to Spiritually Combat the Winter Blues
One of my favorite things to do is to read past World Youth Day messages and homilies. They always leave me inspired and call me to live a life with...
