3 Catholics Who Were Key Innovators for Modern Inventions
We live in a world surrounded by genius, mechanical marvels. While we often take most of these inventions for granted (such as shoelaces and electric…
Faith in Everyday Life
Volleyball and the Virgin Mary: Faith Confirmed on the Court
It was one of the two mornings of the week that I prayed the entire way to school. I always prayed to Mary that Mrs.…
Running the Path of Faith: What I Learned From Incorporating Spirituality into My Exercise Routine
What would happen if you prayed and exercised at the same time? Admittedly, the mind-body-spirit connection is certainly not a novel idea. Balancing this trifecta…
A Bright Light on Dark Days: 8 Bible Verses to Help You Through the Depths of Winter
When winter arrives, I find myself slowing down. It’s harder to get out of bed in the morning, and I feel less motivated to do…
What Passing the Peace Teaches Us About Connection and Community
Once, while visiting Westminster Abbey in London, I noticed a chime acknowledging the top of the hour. A priest came upon the speaker, reminding us…
A Tale of Sacrifice and Joy: Viewing ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ Through a New Lens
As a child, my perception of the holiday classic “It’s a Wonderful Life” was that it was simply a nice flick about a guy who…
O Antiphons: A Prayerful Homestretch to Christmas
“O Come, O Come Emmanuel” is one of my favorite hymns, if not my all-time favorite. This hymn is ubiquitous with the Advent season and…
9 Ways to Help a Grieving Friend (That Aren’t Bringing a Meal)
Last summer, our family was living abroad when tragedy struck: My 6-year-old daughter was seriously injured in a fall and had to spend several days…
The Reason for the Season: 8 Tips for Keeping Your Christmas Christ-Centered
The Advent and Christmas Seasons could be the most Christ-centered time of year, but I find that the hustle and bustle of this time of…
4 Festive Feasts to Celebrate This Season
In the midst of the busiest time of the year, the Church challenges and encourages us to savor the Advent and Christmas seasons fully. The…
