A Little Guide to the Liturgy of the Hours
Christ Jesus, high priest of the new and eternal covenant, taking human nature, introduced into this earthly exile that hymn which is sung throughout all ages in the halls of...
Ideas for Participating in Lent
Last Easter, I distinctly remember getting dumped with snow, spending a large part of the day online (whether Zoom or Mass), and scratching my head about what just happened to...
Healed and Restored
I first shared my story on Sunday, May 20, 2018: the Feast of Pentecost. That moment came after God sent a number of holy people into my life to help...
Litany of Saints for Expectant Mothers
I love this time of year. Despite the gray days and cold weather, the first few months of each year always have me a little giddy with quiet expectation. It...
The Beauty + Significance of Icons in the Church
Imagine you are in a dark chapel. It is peaceful and you decide to stay and pray. You take a seat in front of the image of Mary and the...
The Lent Diet
I remember sitting in the dining room of my sorority house one day as I ate lunch. A few of my sorority sisters were standing around, and I was paying...
Divine Mercy for the Brokenhearted
There comes a time in our lives when a person, event, or loss leaves our heart wounded. Sometimes that pain is easy to cope with. We rely on friends, or...
How My Jewish Best Friend Makes Me a Better Catholic
My dearest friend, Amy, is Jewish. She’s even employed by the synagogue community that is her spiritual home. Beyond that, she is a seeker. God has been the subject of...
Books about Suffering (through the Lens of Faith)
“She’s such a good person? Why does she have to suffer?” “I don’t want to go through this pain. I am afraid.” Suffering is something that no one wants to...
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...
Dignity Beyond Our Abilities
As a speech therapist working in a rehabilitation hospital, I change a lot of adult diapers. Most of my patients are adjusting to a new life with disabilities. One day...
Scripture Verses to Pray When You're Cold
No matter where you live on the globe, winter brings with it a certain chill. For a time, this coolness can be calming and restful, inviting you to slow down,...
