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I recently came across a video clip of Princess Diana and St. Mother Teresa together.  I was struck by the beauty in this video.  While Princess Diana served others and did a lot of charity work, she was also seen as beautiful by the world’s standards because of her physical appearance.  St. Mother Teresa, agedContinue reading “Reflecting the Beauty of God”

Before the opening ceremony of the 2022 Olympics, some political commentators were discussing everything going on in China including, but not limited to, the abuse, human rights violations, and torment kids experience at boarding schools.  If anything, it was a reminder of how good we have it here in the United States.  Sure, our countyContinue reading “Free to Have Faith”

Do you ever fall asleep on your couch or in your recliner and wake up in the middle of the night, or the early hours of the morning?  For me, it is a regular occurrence.  When this happens to me, upon randomly waking, it is always perfectly silent.  There is no noise, all is still,Continue reading “Seeking Silence”

Last Wednesday, after teaching my eighth grade faith formation class, I went home and cried.  On top of the facts that the class is one of the most disrespectful classes I’ve had in the past five years and that there are only two or three students, out of the 16, whose families attend mass, aContinue reading “Get Out of the Way”

Our culture puts a big emphasis on growth and progress.  We are urged to focus on the growth and progress in countless different aspects of our lives.  Whether it’s our fitness, careers, or various life skills, we are continually urged to improve and achieve progress that can be measured and is visible to others.  ItContinue reading “Small Possible Steps”

I’m currently reading a book called, Sr. Clare Crockett: Alone with Christ Alone.  To sum it up in a few words, the story is of a young sister who experiences a deep transformation in her life and comes to solely desire the love of Christ.  Looking through the profound statements and passages that have stood outContinue reading “All or Nothing”

Opportunities for us to talk about and share our faith, even if only in small ways, present themselves on a regular basis and more often than we think.  Are we open and ready for these moments?  Are we living in ways in which our faith is reflected in our daily living, rather than keeping ourContinue reading “Inviting God to Work”

I recently read an article that discussed a study about religious affiliation in the United States.  The number of people who are identifying as religiously unaffiliated is growing rapidly.  Referred to as religious “nones,” this group includes those who describe themselves as atheists, agnostics, or “nothing.”  This study, released earlier this month, revealed that aroundContinue reading “Seeking Real Happiness”

I have a friend who teaches at a Catholic school.  This Catholic school held adoration with the main prayer intention being for the unborn.  This resulted in parents becoming angry and arguing with administration whether it was appropriate to discuss the sanctity of life at a Catholic school.  Hearing this was quite sad, yet, theseContinue reading “Fully Catholic”

Think about the moments where you have been the most at rest and filled with peace.  Think about the environment that you’re in during these times.  Think of the sounds that you hear, or maybe don’t hear, around you.  What do you see?  Bring yourself to this place right now.  Maybe you’re in a chapel,Continue reading “Preparing for the Prince of Peace”