by Michelle C. Martin | Dec 26, 2024 | Church, Family Life, Liturgy, Parenting, Prayer, Society, Spirituality
“Which of the prophets did not your fathers persecute?” ~ Acts of the Apostles 7:53. Being persecuted has always been part of the Christian journey. On December 26 we celebrate the feast of St. Stephen. Stephen is not only the first recorded martyr, but was also a...
by Michelle C. Martin | Nov 18, 2024 | Agapè Catholic Ministries, Church, Liturgy, Prayer, Society, Teachings
On November 18th, we celebrate the dedication of the basilicas of Saints Peter and Paul. Peter and Paul are tremendous saint of our Catholic Church. We know Jesus said, “And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church. The gates of the...
by Michelle C. Martin | Jun 14, 2024 | Family Life, Marriage, Marriage Prep, Parenting, Prayer, Society, Spirituality
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no records of wrongs.” ~ 1 Corinthians 13:4-5. Love is patient and kind are words from the...
by Stephanie Barker | May 31, 2024 | Church, Prayer, Society, Spirituality, Teachings
Blessing of Suffering: Suffering is a silent companion, but could it be a blessing? Suffering is woven into the fabric of our faith, thus it quietly shapes our journey towards redemption. From the anguish of Christ’s crucifixion to the trials of saints and...
by Michelle C. Martin | Nov 13, 2023 | Family Life, Marriage, Marriage Prep, Society
Defensiveness is refusing to accept responsibility for one’s actions in a way that escalates the conflict. Last week we talked about the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. (The first can be found...
