Reflecting on the Annunciation: How Saying ‘Yes’ Can Make All the Difference
At its heart, the Annunciation is a celebration of one person’s openness and willingness to say “yes” in the face of the unknown. That one…
Comfort the Mourning: 5 Tips for Writing a Meaningful Sympathy Note
I remember sitting at the kitchen table, with tears of frustration clouding my vision, as my mom gently forbade me from getting up until I…
6 Resolutions I’m Making for the Liturgical New Year
A couple of years ago, a friend told me that she and her partner were hosting a Liturgical New Year’s party on the Saturday night…
Three Choices I’m Making Right Now That Give Me Life
I haven’t made it to the stroke of midnight awake on New Year’s Eve for at least the past decade, and during my years working…
The Suscipe: A Prayer for All Occasions
While I’m not sure if I believe in the cliche of “love at first sight” as far as human relationships go, I’ve definitely fallen in…
Intergenerational Friendships: 3 Tips for Stepping Outside Your Age Bracket When Making Friends
I’ve always cared more about the characters in a story than the plot itself — how their personalities unfold, why they do what they do,…
A Fresh Take on Obedience
Anyone who has planned a wedding knows that the process involves making many decisions. Indoor or outdoor reception? White or colored linens? DJ or band?…
Deliver Us From Evil: A Modern Approach to Embracing Love Over Sin
Every now and then, I have an experience that causes me to reconsider an element of my faith that had previously gone unexamined. This happened…
Praying Outside the Box: 4 Variations of Lectio Divina That Will Enhance Your Prayer Life
I like to talk. My idea of a good night with friends is lounging in one of our living rooms with a glass of wine…
This Jewish Blessing for Special Occasions Is Great for Catholics, Too
I worked as a hospital chaplain for several years, and one of the many perks of the job was that I had the opportunity to…
