Almsgiving is the third Lenten virtue after prayer and fasting. It’s also the most mysterious of the three. “To whom should…
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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…
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…
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…
A Few Quiet Moments in My Garden
It’s August and we like to think we’re taking it easy, even if our work schedule continues as usual. Take a mini-vacation…
Some Good Catholic Finds!
The Catholic Marketing Network Annual Trade Show is 3 hours from my house, so I drove up to Lancaster, Pennsylvania, to see what…
Were the Saints Ever Funny? …Is the Pope Catholic?
St. Teresa of Avila prayed, “From sour and sad-faced old saints, Good Lord deliver us!” Teresa, who was known to dance around…
Apostle of Common Sense
G. K. Chesterton (1874-1936) is the most quotable writer in the world, even decades after his death. He’s called the apostle of…
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