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Trying and Trying Again to Believe I'm Lovable
He sighed from the depth of his spirit and said, "Why does this generation seek a sign? Amen, I say to you, no sign will be given to this generation."...
From Cradle to Glory
This is a strange year for Catholics. This Wednesday is Ash Wednesday, the start of the Holy Lenten season. It is also Saint Valentine’s feast day, and although quite secularized...
The Challenge of Balance
Ash Wednesday is approaching. It is a day of unity for many Catholics as we proudly bear our smudged cross throughout the day. We fast, and we shift our mindset...
Bad Secret-Keepers of the World, Unite
I’ve always been bad at keeping secrets. I pretty much never have them, myself, and keeping the secrets of others requires effort and mindfulness. Knowing something that I’m not supposed...
Time for a Spiritual Reboot
Today’s First Reading is sorrowful and yet I can’t stop thinking about it. We read, “King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom.” (1 Kings...
Heart Check
Yikes. The end of that Gospel really packs a punch, doesn’t it? Brace yourself, I want to take another look: “From within the man, from his heart, come evil thoughts,...
How Lovely Is Your Dwelling Place?
Last month, in an effort to spruce up my home for the new year, I joined a list to receive a daily housecleaning task e-mail. As I dutifully vacuumed out...
Fighting False Humility
I don’t know about you, but when I read today's Gospel (Mark 6:53-56), I’m amazed by the faith of the people in the crowd. As soon as they see Jesus,...
For the Sake of the Gospel
“I hate writing; what am I going to ever write in my life?” sounded the groans at the start of second semester in my house. I can relate to my...
We Ask, He Gives
“God said, ‘Ask something of me and I will give it to you.’” (1 Kings 3:5) Of all the things to ask for, an understanding heart wouldn’t be the first...
Eyes to See Like Simeon
Have you ever known anyone who has a great ability to clearly see and recognize things for what they really are? Do you know anyone who has the ability to...
His Answer: Startling Beauty
I always understood how chapels are the most treasured spaces on convent grounds, but I noticed only recently how fifteen years in my religious community has gradually etched this reality...
