Seven Deadly Sins: The Catholic Church identifies seven deadly sins. They are below: Pride Greed Lust Envy Gluttony Wrath Sloth They have been identified and cataloged by theologians and spiritual leaders throughout the centuries. Each sin represents a distortion of...
Stephanie Barker
Engaging in Spiritual Warfare
Timeless Wisdom on Spiritual Warfare: Our world is fraught with spiritual battles and unseen forces. Of course, the Catholic Church offers timeless wisdom on the reality of spiritual warfare. Rooted in Scripture and Tradition, these teachings provide invaluable...
Eucharist: The Symphony of Sacraments
Source and Summit: The Eucharist At the center of Catholic faith and worship lies the Eucharist. The Eucharist is often referred to as the "source and summit" of our Christian life. It is in the celebration of the Eucharist that we encounter the living presence of...
Confirmation: The Symphony of Sacraments
The Joy of Confirmation: Today, I am filled with an immense sense of joy and reverence of the profound sacrament of Confirmation. This sacred sacrament marks a pivotal moment in our spiritual journey. It is a moment of empowerment and a deepening of commitment to our...
Encounters with Jesus
Sleeping with Jesus: About a month ago my two-year-old son woke up from his nap and in a worried voice told me he was having bad dreams. The first thing that ran through my mind was, “what did he see on TV that was making him have bad dreams?” Since the kids usually...
The Dance of Life within the Sacred Rhythm of NFP
The Divine Symphony of NFP: Ah, the dance of life within the sacred rhythm of natural family planning—a topic that ignites joy and purpose in the heart of this married Catholic mother. In the enchanting melody of marriage and motherhood, the concept of natural family...
Reconciliation: The Symphony of Sacraments
Reconciliation-A Healing Sacrament: In the tapestry of Catholic sacraments, one thread stands out as a vibrant hue of mercy and grace—the sacrament of Reconciliation. To unravel the significance of Reconciliation in the present-day context, let us embark on a journey...
Marriage: They Symphony of Sacraments
Marriage is not merely a legal contract or merely just ceremonial consent; it is a sacred covenant that holds the power to transform individuals. At its core, it is a crucible where the raw elements of two unique souls meld and evolve, forging a union that is greater...
Coming Into New Life Through Baptism
A Call To Baptism: Is baptism an important topic for a first date? My husband was an amazing man when I first met him. (He still is too!) He checked off all the “boxes” for me. We were young and in love, however, one box was not able to be checked…. He was not...
The Battlefield
This world is a battlefield, and we need to be warriors! Our world is a Battlefield! We need to fight for Jesus and suit up with the armor of Christ daily. Just as Ephesians 6:13 says, “Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the...