What it means to embrace Gospel poverty
“If you wish to be perfect, go, sell what you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me” (Mt 19:21). Jesus’…
The genius of my sister — Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman
This is the latest installment of the series, “The genius of my sister.” Read other articles in the series to learn more about Catholic women throughout history and how they…
The beauty of change
Walking beneath the folding branches of my tree-lined street on one particular sunny autumn afternoon, I felt as though I was walking through a canopy of pure beauty. I soaked…
Meditation in a sisters’ graveyard
Just down the street from my Cincinnati home is a Franciscan convent. I walk there frequently, spying into the frost-laden community garden, feeling the wind that rushes over my head…
If I want joy, I need trust
For the past few years, I’ve participated in the practice of choosing a word for the new year. The first time I did it in 2017, I didn’t even realize…
Lent is about more than just you
Every year when Lent rolls around and I start thinking about what my Lenten sacrifice should be, I get a little anxious. I want to come up with the perfect…
The genius of my sister — St. Hildegard of Bingen
This is the latest installment of the series, “The genius of my sister.” Read other articles in the series to learn more about Catholic women throughout history and how they…
A Marian devotion you can start anytime
Are you still looking for a resolution for 2021? I’d like to introduce you to a devotion that you can start any month of the year, and which can have…
I’ll see you in the Eucharist
“With all the strength of my soul I urge you young people to approach the Communion table as often as you can. Feed on this bread of angels whence you…
How to say ‘no’ to good things
After two seasons of hosting her podcast, Lindsay told her listeners that the show would return for a third season in the fall. She lined up guests and set up…
