Pandemic Blessings for the Church
“We’re driving the car while building it,” the old saying goes. It’s true of our pandemic times. We’re teaching one another how to use...
Stopping to Rest
When I am feeling under pressure, taking on too many projects, and not sleeping well, Psalm 62 gathers me in. I repeat the words...
A God Who Labors
There is a life-size crucifix I once saw in a church in Germany, ordinary except for the fact that—a casualty of war—the body of...
A Magnificent World
My backyard is currently a mix of broken kiddie pools, pieces of random toys, lots of mud, and so very many plastic cups.
You can...
Lift Our Gaze
On the feast of the Epiphany, as we recall Jesus’ manifestation to humanity in the face of a Child, may we sense the Magi...
The Familiarity of Advent
During Advent we are surrounded by the familiar: the decor, the prayers, the devotional practices, and simply the rhythm of the days leading up...
Yes, But…
“No duty is more urgent than that of returning thanks.” —St. Ambrose
Monday
She: I hate my job.
He: Yes, but at least you’ve got a job!...
Uh-Oh!
When my grandson was just learning to communicate, “Uh-oh!” was one of his standby phrases. This is pretty common for young children, but what...
Faith as a Lamp
Download free mini-posters with this and other inspiring quotes from On Faith by Pope Francis.
Prayers and Practices for Spring: Darkness Lifting
I do believe that spiritual practices inspired by our physical environment can be quite effective. So let’s think a bit about winter’s transition to...
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