The Generosity of Less: Learning From St. Clare This Advent
“Look closely, I say, to the beginning of the life of this admired one, indeed at the poverty of him who was wrapped in swaddling…
read moreBusted Halo’s 2024 Advent Calendar
A digital twist on the traditional Advent calendar that brings you daily inspiration and small challenges to help you connect with the Advent season.
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Four Tips for Keeping Your Semester Holy
I’m a college English professor with two children, ages 6 and 8. As a new school semester begins for our family, new routines automatically emerge.…
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Community Service: How You Can Act on Catholic Social Teaching Every Day
During my many years of volunteer service (primarily in hunger relief organizations), I’ve witnessed a frustrating phenomenon. While people (admirably) tend to focus on opportunities…
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Praying for Presence: How the Examen Helps Me Focus
When I was a kid, there were nights at the dinner table when my dad would get quiet and start staring off into the distance.…
read more2024 InstaAdvent Photo Challenge
Our InstaAdvent Photo Challenge is back! Advent is a time of anticipation and waiting for the birth of Jesus. There’s so much wonder and love…
read moreVirtual Remembrance Retreat
With All Souls’ Day, November 2, Catholic parishes and other faith communities begin a month-long remembrance for all who have died. In the same spirit,…
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