“Do not forget that holiness consists not in extraordinary actions. But in performing your duties towards God, yourself, and others well” ~ St. Maximillian Kolbe. August 14th is the feast of St. Maximillian Kolbe. He was a Polish priest who died in 1941. When he was a...
Piety toward our country is the virtue of patriotism. The virtue of piety means rendering due respect and service to God. Piety toward our country is patriotism: respecting the merits and goodness of our nation and doing due service to it. Patriotism and duty have...
Some men came, bringing to him a paralyzed man, carried by four of them. Since they could not get him to Jesus because of the crowd, they made an opening in the roof above Jesus by digging through it and then lowered the mat the man was lying on. When Jesus saw their...
Keeping Faith: Throughout history, Catholics have faced adversity with steadfast resolve, embodying the virtues of faith, hope, and love. In times of turmoil and uncertainty, they have clung to their faith as an anchor. It keeps us grounded amidst the stormy seas of...
Jesus calmed the storm of the sea. He can calm the storms in your marriage. Storms can be scary! We know the Gospel story where, “He got into a boat and His disciples followed Him. Suddenly a violent storm came up on the sea, so that the boat was being swamped by...
“Love is patient, love is kind; it does not envy.” 1 Corinthians 13:4. The Modern Catholic Dictionary gives a comprehensive definition of envy. It defines it as, “sadness or discontent at the excellence, good fortune, or success of another.” But even beyond that, envy...
When we choose to live our faith, we choose to be misunderstood. A few weeks ago, my older sister entered into one of the rarest vocations in the Catholic Church: consecrated virginity. She has discerned this vocation for the better part of fifteen years, and has...
Importance of Healing: Healing holds a pivotal role within the Catholic Church. Healing serves not only as an example of hope, but also restoration for the faithful. It is a sacred journey of physical, emotional, and spiritual renewal. Healing is guided by the...
“It (kindness) is shown in affability of speech, generosity of conduct, and forgiveness of injuries sustained” ~ Modern Catholic Dictionary. Love is kind. We often imagine kindness to describe behaviors. When someone is helpful, we call them kind. If someone speaks...
Physical Health Vs. Spiritual Health: The correlation between physical health and spiritual health is often overlooked. However, it holds significant importance in nurturing a balanced and harmonious life. The daily routines and habits we cultivate can deeply impact...