God’s Surprising Mercy
When the Lord led his people through a hot, dry desert, they did not suffer from thirst. He made water come from a rock for them; he split…
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A reason, a season, a lifetime
No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. (Jn 15:13) I love the saying, “People come into our lives for a…
The Families That Prays Together and Those That Don’t: God loves them all!
“It is easy to love the people far away. It is not always easy to love those close to us. It is easier to give a cup of…
Five Books for Summer Reading
In my home, my family is officially on summer vacation! For us, it means a shift in our routine and schedule. We don’t have to wake up as…
Grandmother’s House
Memories of my Grandmother’s house powerfully evoke all five of my senses. I can still hear the creak of the linoleum steps beneath my feet as I would…
Catholic Fatherhood
And these words which I command thee this day, shall be in thy heart: And thou shalt tell them to thy children, and thou shalt meditate upon them…
Cottage Life and the Spiritual Life
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am…
Wednesday Morning Wedding
Black velvet “Reserved” signs draped over their back of the first two pews, with their gold fringe hanging down. Not that unusual for weekday mass, especially in the…
Your Family Feast Days
The Catholic Church has taught that salvation is an ongoing process. St. Paul, for example, uses past, present, and future tense at different points (c.f. Rom 8:24, 2…
Big-Hearted Families
“I joined with (cancer survivor) and mother of nine Theresa Thomas to write Big Hearted: Inspiring Stories From Everyday Families,” Patti told me. “This collection of 22 stories…