Chastity, Poverty, and Obedience in Marriage?!
Before meeting Sarah the three vows of chastity, poverty, and obedience ruled my life as a Jesuit. Each vow held a sacred significance for religious…
read moreThe Spiritual Glue in Our Relationship
I know without a doubt that my love language is quality time. I ache for good conversation, for people and spaces that allow me to…
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Noisy Children at Mass Are Part of Our Catholic Community
I once sat behind an older man who was angry because our then-3-year-old was talking in church. The man spent the entire Mass huffing and…
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The Magis: An Ignatian Antidote for Burnout
This summer, I finally got around to cleaning up the tall bookshelf in my office overflowing with books and binders. I soon came across a…
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Catholic Social Teaching in Action: How to Follow in the Footsteps of Holy Men and Women
Often referred to as “the best-kept secret of the Church,” Catholic Social Teaching is central to our Christian faith, representing as it does our collective…
read moreWhy Knowing Your Love Language Will Change Your Relationship
In my past romantic relationships, it was often a struggle to figure out how best to show my partner love. Was it paying for dinners…
read moreHow a Table for Two Becomes a Table for Many
I have always loved Valentine’s Day. In elementary school, I made valentines for each person in my class. My best friend and I used this…
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