Connection And Awareness
A person was going through a very dark time, questioning the meaning of life, not feeling very purposeful or worthwhile, and feeling disconnected and unappreciated. Suddenly, they gazed up at…
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Gospel Meditation
As we age, we come to expect letdowns and disappointments. Because of so many unfulfilled promises and unmet expectations, we become cynical of anything that can seem too good to…
Confessing Sins
Question: If I go to the Sacrament of Penance and end up repeating the same sins, does that mean I do not have a strong enough intention to amend my…
Faith Makes A Difference In How We Understand Ourselves
When we awoke this morning, we found ourselves blessed with another day. It is the Easter season. As that thought crossed our minds, did we find ourselves saying “so what”…
Come to Christ
Life is perhaps God’s greatest gift to each of us. Without life, we would be unable to experience all the wonder of this world, the love of family and friends,…
10 Pointers for Prayer
The baby’s crying, the dog is whining, and you need to leave for work in five minutes. Finding time for prayer can seem impossible. Amid the busyness of family life,…
The 6 Characteristics of an Everyday Stewardship for Lent: Accountable
Easter is only a week away, and churches everywhere in the West are beginning the holiest of weeks. For a moment, even the secular world will bow to religious observances:…
Sign of the Cross
Question: Why do Catholics make the sign of the cross? Answer: The sign of the cross is a devotional practice that dates back to the first Apostles. When making the…
Endurance and Perseverance
Human beings are united in their suffering. When we find ourselves in a painful moment, our first reaction is “why me?” as if we are the only person on earth…
What is the Difference Between a Basilica and a Cathedral?
Question: What is the difference between a basilica and a cathedral? Answer: Basilicas are churches that are so titled because of their antiquity, dignity, historical importance, or significance as centers…