All who die in God’s grace and friendship, but still imperfectly purified, are indeed assured of their eternal salvation; but after death they undergo purification, so as to achieve the holiness necessary to enter the joy of heaven. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1030)   1. It’s not just a giant waiting room. Or a

Have you seen this video that is making its rounds on social media this Advent season?  Get your tissues ready and take a look at how some gifts come in small, unexpected packages.   A simple “Hello” blossomed into something so beautiful and meaningful for these two people and their friends and family.  I’m always

1. Finals week is here. You’ve increased your Adoration hours in hopes that it will affect your grade.  + There’s such thing as divine intervention, right? 2. But you keep falling asleep during Mass because of studying-induced sleep deprivation.  Guys, I’m just sleeping in the spirit. 3. You spend time frantically searching for a patron saint

You might have noticed that there is a controversy regarding Amoris Laetitia which has created a war of words in the press. When bishops are using the press to criticize each other and Church documents, the faithful take notice, and it makes us uneasy. If you are like me, you are a little (or a

The now-classic Christmas (Advent?) song “Mary, Did You Know?” was originally performed by Michael English in 1991, making it twenty-five years old this year. The lyrics were written by Mark Lowry, and the music by Buddy Greene. The song is now a perennial favorite as far as contemporary Christian music goes. However, twenty-five years later, the question