Reflections
Joseph’s Fiat
Every year, at Christmas Eve Mass, a soloist in our parish sings “Joseph’s Song” by Michael Card. The simple melody conveys a sense of wonder, gentleness, and tenderness about...
Spirituality
Invitations to More
We have arrived at that time of the year when planners like me make lists upon lists. Right now, I’ve got my final Thanksgiving list going along with my...
Ignatian Prayer
A Completely New Life
This story is inspired by Luke 13:10–17.
Eighteen years!
For 18 years, I lived crippled by a spinal problem. It began when I was a little girl and was painless at...
Spirituality
Seven Ignatian Tips for Moving Forward in Uncertain Times
I just feel unsettled. I’m undecided. I don’t know what to do.
I keep hearing the same sentiments from friends, and I get it.
We were all hoping to have moved...
Jesuit Saints
Peter Faber and the Heart Space
Ignatius Loyola and Peter Faber were students together at the University of Paris, roommates in fact. Peter tutored Ignatius in Aristotle, and Ignatius tutored Peter in spirituality. Faber already...
Reflections
Shattered Tomato and Dripping Rain
We had been having torrential downpours all day. I usually love the sound of the rain, but there is one sound that I don’t like: Drip. Drip. Drip.
It’s really...