As Catholics and as people of faith, we have much to be joyous about in terms of living out our Catholic identity. In many ways, one may ask the question, “How can we be depressed?” It is true, that as Catholics we make a conscious decision to bare our crosses, and...
We all have the desire to stay close to God throughout our day, and to follow St. Paul’s invocation to “pray always.” Sometimes, however, that is easier said than done. I want to introduce you to Brother Lawrence. A saint from the 17th century, he devoted his life to...
Prayer is where relationship with God becomes real. Taking the time pray each day helps us to get to know the heart of God. There are a variety of ways to pray, and all are unique. The most important part about praying is to do it daily. This helps us to love God...
The light of our Catholic Faith illuminates the world when we recognize it as a gift from God. In our day-to-day lives, it is important to recognize it as something to treasure. Family life improves when faith is honored as the centerpiece of daily living. The...
Summertime is a great time for spiritual growth. With laid back schedules, lots of sunshine, and time to travel, though, it can also be a time for spiritual burnout. Here are six tips to keep you from getting burnt out spiritually this summer. 1. Keep a daily prayer...