I write this to wish each everyone a blessed, holy and happy Thanksgving! I write this aware of the pain many of us carry in our hearts during this time of Thanksgiving and throughout the Christmas season. So, aware of this pain and the imperfect circumstances many of us have experienced on Thanksgiving – I
Day 34 Day of Consecration On the day of consecration, either fast, give alms, or offer a votive candle for the good of another (or all of the above); do some spiritual penance and approach consecration in the spirit of mortification. Now go to Confession (or, if that is not possible, go during the 8
Readings and Prayers for St. Louis-Marie de Montfort’s Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary FIRST WEEK THEME FOR THE WEEK: KNOWLEDGE OF SELF Prayers, examinations, reflection, acts of renouncement of our own will, of contrition for our sins, of contempt of self, all performed at the feet of Mary, for it is from her that we
The Entombment by Peter Paul Rubens circa 1612 Many Catholic moms experience the pain that comes from loved ones leaving their faith and God behind. Many of us live in guilt and shame. Many of live in fear for our loved ones. May this article be a source of comfort for you! On the feast
Cross on Mt. Križevac overlooking Medjugorje I woke up compelled by the strength of Fr. Gabrielle Amorth’s words – words that condemned our apathy toward Medjugorje. (See these other articles for an overview of Medjugorje, St. John Paul II’s position, and a reflection on the transitory gift of Medjugorje). Fr. Amorth was the Chief Exorcist of Rome for 20
Besides coordinating Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration for my parish, I am an active and sought after retreat leader, teacher and speaker in the Diocese of Wichita, as well as a writer, artist and pilgrim.
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