Religions have traditionally had a view on how to be happy. In recent years, Positive Psychology has started to offer its own insights. This raises
For me, prayer is a surge of the heart; it is a simple look turned toward heaven, it is a cry of recognition and of
Since returning to the Catholic Church nine years ago, I have listened to Catholic radio, read Catholic articles, discussed the faith with others, and listened
Someone suggested I read the book, The Man Who Got Even with God, the Life of an American Trappist Monk by M. Raymond. It was
Nineteenth century American short story writer Ambrose Bierce is credited for this definition of a sweater: “garment worn by child when its mother is feeling
There is a tendency for Catholic parents to be afraid of many worldly trends and celebrations in our modern society. For example, some Catholic parents
If you were paying attention to news out of Rome over the last week, you probably heard about a statement regarding same-sex civil unions attributed
Off the Shelf 198 – Mike Aquilina This week I welcome back my good friend Mike Aquilina. We discuss his latest book History’s Queen: Exploring Mary’s
The most common reasons women have an abortion, it has been shown overwhelmingly, are: 1) They feel they cannot afford a baby, and 2) They
Today before I went to Church for prayer, my mind was filled with clutter and my spirit with anxiety. Trust in God I was holding
Several years ago I had an encounter I wasn’t expecting at a relic tour hosted by Treasures of the Church, with Fr. Carlos Martins. During
Friendship is possibly one of the most cherished bonds in the life of humans built on selflessness, unconditional support, and mutual trust. Cicero, a Roman
The hand of the LORD came upon me, and he led me out . . . and set me in the center of the broad
In this time of pandemic, when many of us find ourselves limited in our ability to go out and interact with others, I encourage you
We certainly have reason to be afraid these days. Frankly, there are times when I just do not want to leave my home. Fear can
Can you feel it? Does it weigh on you? Almost everywhere we turn whether it be the news or social media there is an evident
Should Catholics be political moderates who do not identify with either political party? Although this column is appearing late in the current election cycle, the
As October ends and November begins, we start thinking about the change of seasons, the coming of Advent, and the end of the year just
The elements of a chess player, a samurai, and a physician can be woven into a metaphor to paint an image of an effective 21st
Most of us wonder from time to time what the future has in store for us. But as Doris Day first sang way back in
In Part 1 of this series, we looked at fundamental principles for our interior life. Our relationship with God is rooted in the time spent
Fall has arrived. The air is crisper. Pumpkins are showing up on people’s front steps and it’s time to pick apples. I can almost smell the
