Grandma’s dresses: A Christmas reflection
During my conversion to the Catholic faith, I found myself in a bit of a conundrum figuring out what to…
What Jane Austen teaches us about virtue
We’ve all heard St. Paul’s famous verse from 1 Corinthians: “Love is patient, love is kind.” He takes care to…
How St. John the Baptist brought me out of my spiritual desert
Ten years ago, after studying the Renaissance at university, I visited Italy to see the art I loved in person….
What St. Joseph is teaching me about looking for love
In his recent and popular book “Consecration to St. Joseph,” Father Donald Calloway recommends that Catholic husbands, fathers and workers…
What it means to pray with your eyes closed
From the beginning of Christmas until the end of the Easter season, Catholics commemorate Jesus’ life in the liturgy. At…
How to be happy for others when your own prayers seem unanswered
When our friends and family share good news about their lives, we congratulate them with the best intentions, but sometimes…
Why praying the Angelus is the daily practice you need to cultivate peace
For decades, the number of people diagnosed with clinical anxiety has been rising. While we recognize on a deeper level…
What holy friendships really depend on
Before becoming Catholic, I was in talk therapy. The therapist gave me plenty of information about setting boundaries with others…