Alternative Spring Break Ideas for College Students
When I was a college student, the only thing I wanted to do during Spring Break was sleep. I didn’t have money to go on a vacation with friends. And,...
Continue SEEKing the Lord After the SEEK Conference
Indianapolis was cold, am I right? I mean, this California girl had to wear a scarf for a legit reason…I was freezing! But what kept me warm was not the...
New York City through the Eyes of Thomas Merton
Here you ask of me nothing else than to be content that I am your Child and your Friend… You have called me here to be repeatedly born in light,...
The Feast and Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe
A pilgrimage is more than just a trip to a place of religious interest. It is a physical journey that coincides with a spiritual journey to deeper union, surrender, and...
A Marriage Blessing
It all started when my grandma came home from Rome a few summers ago. She said, “Oh Honey! There were all these couples in their wedding attire meeting the Pope....
Tips for Coming Home from College
Finals are over! You can smell the home cooking over the dirty laundry in your luggage awaiting a quarter-less washing machine at home. Your bed—not the dorm bed you have...
How to Deal with Difficult Family Members During the Holidays
The holiday season is my favorite time of year. I remember childhood memories of our favorite family traditions—everything from camping out watching holiday movies in the living room to baking...
Follow Me: On the Feast of St. Matthew
Chiaroscuro is a term used to describe the contrast of light and dark in a painting. The artform was made famous by Italian painter Caravaggio in the painting “The Calling...
Walking with St. Ignatius of Loyola
In the summer of 2015, I had the privilege of following the footsteps of St. Ignatius of Loyola on the Camino Ignaciano in Spain from Loyola to Barcelona. It’s a...
St. Teresa of Avila and the Cathedrals of Spain
I recently went on a grand and life-changing adventure/pilgrimage/trip to Spain. I set out with the intention to read and reflect on St. Teresa of Avila, but by the end...
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Today we celebrate the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Maybe you have read about Mount Carmel in the Old Testament or have a devotion to St. Therese of...
How to Remain Prayerful While Traveling
Summer is here, and many of us have trips or vacations on the horizon. Think back to your last vacation or holiday. You probably created some great memories then, but...
