How to See Life’s Interruptions as Blessings
I once went on a retreat in Northern Colorado to a Benedictine abbey where I noticed a bell would ring throughout the day. I later…
read more7 Thoughtful Ways to Reach out to Others This Year
When the time for making New Year’s resolutions rolled around last year, I focused on some self-improvement goals – eating better, exercising more (never easy…
read more
Faith in Action: Resources for Today’s Anti-Racist Catholic
As Catholics, we are called to recognize the dignity of every human life. Scripture tells us we are all made in the image and likeness…
read more
How the Pandemic Made Me Appreciate the Gift of Mass
I had not physically been to Mass in over four months because of COVID-19, and it was wearing on my spirit. The churches in the…
read more
A Lesson in Waiting: An Advent Retreat
Our preparations for Christmas often overwhelm us with occasions for waiting. We wait in line at stores. We wait for Christmas bonuses, traveling relatives, the…
read moreThis New Year, Try a Spiritual Diet
In March of 2020, when the pandemic fully hit New York City, I couldn’t sleep well for weeks. I was constantly worried about the state…
read moreStart the New Year With Mary
The whole holiday season, my sons (4-year-old twins and a 6-year-old) were excited not only about Christmas gifts, but also about sharing all their newfound…
read more
