I’m poor at fasting from food. Hunger doesn’t make me holy, it makes me crabby. So for now, I have to admit…
Fasting for Those Who Hate to Fast
Posts By: Rose Folsom
The Soul’s Light
When I start feeling squirrely or dissatisfied, I know it’s because I haven’t prayed enough. Prayer is one of the three pillars…
Is it Lent Already?
Are you still deciding what to give up or take up for Lent that will help you grow closer to God? Me…
You Are “God’s Now”
At world youth day, Pope Francis told his audience that they are the “now of God.” Isn’t that an awesome thought? Because…
Useful (and kinda fun) Virtue Cheat-sheet!
A one-pager with use-now examples of how you can change your thinking on-the-spot from negative to positive in tough situations. Here’s to…
Summer Mini-Retreat in January
It’s been a while since you and I went on a mini-retreat to enjoy bright flowers, sun glinting through the trees, and…
10 Minutes to Freedom
Eating lunch last Saturday, I looked out my picture window to see the neighbor boy, Avery, shooting hoops in his driveway, wearing…
Gifts of the Wise Men — and Our Gifts
About to cross the street, the woman standing next to me held a cup of Starbucks. I pondered the small pleasure of…
Upside of Temptation
It’s time to think about New Year’s resolutions. I find that the more regularly I go to Confession, the fewer resolutions are…
The 15-minute Connection
[Mary was] happy because of the promise that had been given, eager to fulfill her duty as a cousin, hurried by her…
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