Do you trust in my mercy?
As the pandemic continues, we may wonder if there are still instances of Divine Mercy today. At many parishes, the number of faithful who are allowed to attend Mass is…
The hidden blessing of an empty Easter
Emptiness is usually not a positive thing. It often means that something is missing. Take, for instance, something as small as your favorite snack in the kitchen pantry. I for…
An examination of conscience for the single woman
Have you ever sat in the pews before confession, searching on your phone for the right examination of conscience? As you tap through the different websites, none of the examinations…
An examination of conscience for the married woman
Preparing for the Sacrament of Confession means probing more deeply into our thoughts, words, deeds and habits than we might be used to. This intense reflection isn’t something our culture…
7 everyday tips for making prayer a priority
It’s easy (and understandable) to have a desire for daily prayer only to be discouraged by the challenges that come with making space in our busy day for time to…
Why all women need to lean on St. Joseph
At 3:19 p.m. every day, an alarm that reads “St. Joseph, pray for us!” goes off on my phone. No matter what I’m doing, I take a moment to pause…
Meeting Christ in the desert: A reflection on intimacy amid loneliness
The first time I saw a desert, I was absolutely captivated by its beauty. In my head, I had built it up to be a wasteland, and I expected it…
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…
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…
