On Belonging: How Adoption Is Like a Sacrament
Every instance of belonging is a mystery. People assume birth into a family secures belonging. We believe birth within a country’s border makes you a…
Faith in Everyday Life
A Soldier’s Gratitude: Learning About Grace and Thanksgiving From a Veteran
Kitchens are a safe space, especially for a returning veteran from both the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. When I first met Scott at church,…
Lessons on Gratitude From a Leper
So many times when I come to prayer, I have a list of all the things I want God to fix in my life —…
Why the Sign of Peace Means More Now Than Ever
A few weeks ago, I showed up to Mass with a heavy heart. Though I try not to follow the news too closely (for the…
