Sorting Through My Spirituality, With Help From My Late Mother
Jesus Freak. Bible Thumper. Holy Roller. These terms are viewed by some as derogatory or perhaps embraced by others as a badge of honor. I…
Personal Growth
Clothed in Humility: How I’m Learning From the Holy and Humble
Humility is a concept that is difficult to define. We often think of it as an antithesis to confidence. But this is simply untrue. Many…
How St. Teresa of Avila Helped Me Overcome the Fear of Failure
For many years, I struggled to overcome a paralyzing fear of failure. I was living a circumscribed life, afraid to take risks, unwilling to step…
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.…