Lessons from St. Padre Pio
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One of the most popular saints of this generation is a humble priest from Pietrelcina, Italy. Saint Pio of Pietrelcina, or Padre Pio, as he is often referred to, is ... Read more
Where Hope is Found
Articles, Faith and Spirituality
The three theological virtues are faith, hope, and charity. In the opening prayers of the Rosary we pray three Hail Marys for an increase in these virtues. All three are ... Read more
Faith and Apple Bread
Articles, Family and Kids
I was working in the kitchen this afternoon with my daughters, putting together an apple bread for breakfast tomorrow. The recipe required us to think ahead—setting out several ingredients beforehand ... Read more
At the Intersection of Grief and Joy
Articles, Faith and Spirituality
Grief and joy. Complete opposites, right? You might think that one can’t exist at the same time as the other. I used to think so until I had some real ... Read more
Month of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Articles, Faith and Spirituality
Perhaps you know that August is traditionally set aside as the Month of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. But do you know why? Admittedly, I was curious about the reasoning. ... Read more
Are You Ready to Answer the Call?
Articles, Faith and Spirituality
Ring, ring… it’s God calling! Wouldn’t it be so simple if God called you up today and let you know exactly what He wanted you to do? It would take ... Read more
The Message of Our Lady of Champion
Articles, News and Culture
After the news broke, I could see the excitement in my children’s eyes. “Our Lady of Champion, pray for us!” they said, with a tone of awe and wonder. I ... Read more
Now and at the Hour of Our Death
Articles, Faith and Spirituality
My husband and I were recently at a wedding, seated during dinner with some friends of the groom. During one of the speeches, a groomsman emphasized the importance of making ... Read more
Preparing for Lent
Articles, Faith and Spirituality
I blinked and here we are in the middle of February. Sometimes the liturgical seasons sneak up on us, so here is your reminder: Lent begins NEXT WEEK, on February ... Read more
Turning to God When Things Don’t Go Your Way
Articles, Faith and Spirituality
What do you do when things go wrong? You had some plans or an idea of what your life might be and then things are completely derailed. Maybe it’s illness, ... Read more
Remembering the Life and Legacy of Benedict XVI
Articles, News and Culture
His Holiness Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI April 16, 1927 – December 31, 2022 Pope Benedict XVI passed into eternal life on December 31, 2022 at age 95. The Vatican announced of ... Read more
Making Space for a Silent Night
Articles, Family and Kids
Silent night, holy night; all is calm, all is bright. Is it just me, or is this time of year the furthest from silent and calm as can be? We ... Read more