by Stephanie Barker | May 7, 2024 | Church, Liturgy, Prayer, Society, Spirituality, Teachings
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...
by Michelle C. Martin | Jan 24, 2024 | Church, Prayer, Society, Spirituality
“For you have been purchased at a price. Therefore, glorify God with your body.” 1 Corinthians 6:20. St. Paul reminds us that we have been purchased at a price. He wrote extensively on morality and, specifically, chastity. When Jesus preached, He gave a new...
by Michelle C. Martin | Nov 27, 2023 | Church, Prayer, Society, Spirituality, Teachings
“I Do Not Know You!” But he said in reply, ‘Amen, I say to you, I do not know you.’ Matthew 25:12. “I do not know you.” Undoubtedly, these are not words we wish to hear from God. The recent Mass readings have a theme: In short, the day of the...
by Rob Faughnan | Jul 31, 2023 | Church, Family Life, Parenting, Spirituality
Stewardship of a Backpack: Can a backpack be an example of stewardship? It’s not easy taking little kids on a strenuous hike. My wife and I have five kids and when our oldest son was 3 or 4 we decided to take our young family on a hike to Hanging Lake, outside of...
by Michelle C. Martin | Jun 15, 2023 | Family Life, Marriage, Parenting, Prayer, Spirituality
Are Joy and Happiness Synonymous? I used to think joy and happiness were synonymous. I often use the word joy to express an elevated state of happiness or pleasure. I talk about how doing something I love brought me joy. For example, Christmas is a joyful season. As...