As Lent is arriving just around the corner, here are some thoughts from St. Francis de Sales as we prepare our hearts and minds for this coming Liturgical season. 1. “Fasting is not a virtue” Experience shows that some health enthusiasts can fast for...
With the colder months and daylight ending as Summer approaches, many people are going to bed earlier. And with the pandemic still here and teleworking the norm, many others are waking up later. Saint Paul told us to pray unceasingly. That would include our time...
With covid and the protests taking over the news, it can be tempting to lose some faith. Here are six connections we can ponder on to center us back to a better prayer state of mind, soul, and spirit....
March 10 is the feast day of the 40 martyrs. It’s very appropriate to fall within the Lenten season. Their suffering in the frozen pool is a reminder to take on our chosen penances with courage. The number of 40 martyrs also reminds us of the 40 days Jesus spent...
February is thought of as a month of love even for non-Catholics, because of Valentine’s Day. In this month, on February 5, we also celebrate the feast day of Saint Agatha. Here are some facts about her life that inspire us to love in a holy, chaste way. 1....
