A Catholic Guide to Holy Week Symbols
My twin brother and I were 7 years old and at Mass with our parents during Holy Week when we noticed purple veils draped over…
read moreImagining Holy Week
As the official kickoff to Holy Week, Palm Sunday is one of the more important days in the liturgical year. The imagery is striking —…
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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 more Start 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 moreEmbracing Holy Week at Home
It’s no secret that Holy Week looks different this year. With Masses cancelled in parishes across the United States, the most important time of the…
read moreVia Dolorosa: Stations for Your Way of Sorrow
For those dealing with illness, these prayers will provide an opportunity for reflection on Jesus’ Way of Sorrow and a space to seek a spirit…
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