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Flammable
Flammable Our words and actions matter to others. When the natives in Malta took care of Paul and companions, they had no idea of the recent hardships at sea or the blessings they would receive when the chief’s father and many others were cured of illness. Can we say we […]
A Truncated Fall
For if they fall, one will lift up the other; but woe to one who is alone and falls and does not have another to help. – Ecclesiastes 4:10 (RSVCE) After a 500-mile trip through several states, I at last drove over the familiar unpaved roads bordered by towering birches […]
The Passion of Christ
The Passion of Christ These days the media seems to besiege us with headlines about the next terrible plague. Whether it’s the latest Covid variant or a new, horrible pox, it’s challenging not to become anxious. We shudder, and continue to pray that we and our families will be spared. […]
Thickets
Thickets are the middle stage of nature’s marvelous development of a forest. From a clear and open space, seeds of grasses, weeds and wildflowers take root and create a meadow that soon fosters shrubs and small trees. Eventually, through a process of change that means the dying of some to […]
Lessons from the Ditch
I’m glad I was paying attention years ago when our beloved pastor at the time gave his homily on the Good Samaritan – today’s Gospel reading. You’ve all heard the account of Jesus explaining what it means to be a good neighbor (Luke 10:25-37). On that Sunday, Father Thanh proposed […]
Motherly Love
“They said to him, ‘We have only five loaves here and two fish.’ And he said, ‘Bring them here to me.”‘ – Matthew 14:17-18 (RSVCE) Five small barley loaves which had been baked beforehand. Someone ground the grain and added the yeast, water, and salt before kneading the dough […]
CWG Book Blast! Kate Frantz’s “Lectio Divina: 30 Days of Peace Journal”
This month, the Catholic Writers’ Guild is touring Kate Frantz’s book,“Lectio Divina: 30 Days of Peace Journal.” It is a 2022 CWG Seal of Approval recipient! This journal makes it easier than ever to engage in the ancient practice of Lectio Divina, a beautiful way to draw deeper into the […]
CWG Book Blast! “A Painted Rosary,” by Kate Frantz
This month, the Catholic Writers’ Guild is touring Kate Frantz’s book, “A Painted Rosary.” It is a CWG Seal of Approval recipient! Meditate with sacred art and transform the way you pray the Rosary! Summary: A Painted Rosary cleverly pairs a modern and sleek design with the richness of traditional […]
Cath-Lit Live: Called by Name
“Cath-Lit Live!” features brief interviews with Catholic authors who are releasing new books. Hosted by Catholic author and speaker Amy J. Cattapan, “Cath-Lit Live!” gives viewers a glimpse into the latest Catholic books while getting to know a bit about the author as well. Called by Name: 365 Daily […]