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When someone asks why you are Catholic …
Our witness of faith, and our answer to this simple question of why we are Catholic, can become an amazing journey.
The hardest gift exchange
Consider three principles the next time you are in the feedback gift exchange.
Special Report on Eucharistic Pilgrimage and Congress
The theme of the Congress is “From the Four Corners.”
Living in Christ: Sacraments of the Catholic Church
The seven sacraments of the Catholic Church series.
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What should we make of celebrity converts?
Your Life
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School-aged years
Our children spend so many years in school, it’s important to give those years some thought. How to raise saints, part 3.
Toddler and preschool years
The natural curiosity of kids this age makes it the perfect time to focus on our beautiful faith.
Newborn owner’s manual
When things seem overwhelming, remind yourself that your job is to keep them holy and safe, and to love them as hard as you can.
He says: With the kids gone, it’s time to leave this big house and move into something smaller
The living space needs and preferences of a couple will naturally evolve over the course of their marriage and family life.
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Food for the journey
Your Faith
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Cultivate a spirit of gratitude
Isn’t it amazing how easily we human beings can take things for granted?
St. Anthony Zaccaria
During his lifetime, Anthony encouraged the faithful to commit to 40 hours of continuous prayer before the Eucharist.
Turn to Scripture for practical guidance
Despite the dire label of “seven deadly sins,” this list speaks to temptations that we, as Christians, struggle with each and every day.
Prayer and the challenges to responding well
Prayer is a gift of God’s grace to us. It is not something we merit. Consequently, prayer calls for our response.
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