Living a life of virtue
/Exploration of living the theological and moral virtues in our life
Read MoreExploration of living the theological and moral virtues in our life
Read MorePersonal reflection and life lessons learned while walking the Camino de Santiago
Read MoreUnderstanding the role detachment plays in our spiritual growth
Read MoreThe 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit guide us in our discernment of God’s will and in aligning our lives to God’s plan
Read MoreGod’s grace is essential to our salvation; God pours his divine love in us through the Holy Spirit to help us in our journey to holiness.
Read MoreI invited God to help me through spiritual discernment and His guidance was obvious and immediate
Read MoreHave you ever thought of yourself as a prophet? We are called to be prophets but why and how do we live this calling?
Read MoreWe all crave happiness. It is a desire that God has placed in our hearts to draw us to Him, the true source of perfect and eternal happiness. But we get confused and try to fill this craving with wealth, power, pleasure, and honor. When Jesus saw the crowds He went up to the mountain and taught them how to achieve happiness, in fact, utmost bliss.
Read MoreThis week the Catholic Church celebrated the Feast of Corpus Christi, also known as the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. In this feast we celebrate the wonderful gift of Jesus’ real presence in the Eucharist. We honor His body, blood, soul, and divinity truly and substantially present in the Eucharist. After mass we had a meaningful Eucharistic Procession around the church.
Read MoreThe story of "The walk to Emmaus" (Luke 24:13-35) is jam-packed with lessons to help us better live our lives as Christians. Through these words we learn about humility, spiritual awareness, and hope.
Read MoreThere are Bible passages that we read often and we may become used to them. This could be the case with the passages associated with the passion and crucifixion of Christ, as at a minimum, we read them once a year and there are countless movies and paintings about them. It is helpful to “see” the scenes from a different perspective every now and then.
Read MoreEvery week we may experience actions from others that may offend or hurt us. This could be as simple as another person cutting us off or a person saying something condescending. Often we are ready to forgive them after a few hours or a day, but there are times when the actions against us are extremely hurtful and forgiving is equally difficult. What then? Here are some steps we can take in the forgiveness process.
Read MoreThere are times in our lives when we feel attacked and persecuted. When people turn against us for no good reason. Perhaps out of jealousy, misunderstanding, the need for power and control, or many other reasons. We may feel victims of injustice. The situation may not make sense. Why are they treating me so bad, when I was honest, caring, loving, a good worker? Injustices rarely make sense and they pierce one’s heart. We allow the evil in the world to hook us, to get to our heart and cause suffering.
Read MoreToday we celebrate that over 150 years ago (February 11, 1858) the Virgin Mary appeared to Bernadette Soubirous, age 14, in front of the Grotto of Massabielle in Lourdes, France. The apparition changed France and the world. We are still inspired and growing spiritually from Mary's message and Bernadette's experience.
Read MoreWe all crave to fill our whole being with God, but are often tempted to fulfill our hunger by these 4 substitutes for God.
Read MoreSurrender, listen, and allow to be molded by the Divine Potter.
Read MoreYesterday Pope Francis formally declared Archbishop Oscar Romero a martyr. (After many years of debate). There are so many spiritual lessons we can learn from this inspiring man.
Read MoreThis blog explores our spiritual growth, our journey seeking holiness in every day life.
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