by Stephanie Barker | Jun 13, 2024 | Health, Prayer, Spirituality
Overcoming Addiction: Addiction looms as a formidable obstacle, casting a shadow over the lives of countless individuals. Whether it be substance abuse, gambling, or other compulsive behaviors, addiction can exert a powerful hold on the human soul. This leads...
by Stephanie Barker | May 21, 2024 | Church, Prayer, Society, Spirituality, Teachings
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...
by Stephanie Barker | Apr 23, 2024 | Church, Marriage, Prayer, Society, Spirituality, Teachings
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...
by Dan Brooke | Jan 19, 2021 | Family Life, Parenting, Spirituality
Alarms went off in my head. My mind shifted gears rapidly, snapping out of my thoughts and paying attention to what I was hearing. Tara and I were in the living room while my oldest daughter and oldest son—5 years apart in age—were in the kitchen. I could hear them...
by Dan Brooke | Jan 5, 2021 | Family Life, Prayer, Spirituality
Several years ago, we hosted dinner for some of our friends. One of them brought along The Catholic Card Game (yes, that’s really a thing, Google it) for some laughs after our meal. The instructions told us the first player was whoever had gone to the Sacrament of...
