Echoes from a New Catholic Angels in Waiting By Lisa Livezey And the angels ministered to him. – Mark 1:13 (RSVCE) “We don’t offer individual retreats – you might want to try the IHM Spirituality Center,” she suggested. I had phoned a Catholic retreat house, seeking an overnight stay. It […]
The Shepherd’s Pie: Benefits of Classical Education
Antony Barone Kolenc speaks with Katherine Briggs about why a classical education is beneficial to faith and our youth.
Retreat and Discernment
Author Margaret King Zacharias shares a ‘transfiguring’ retreat experience exploring Ignatian spirituality and encourages others in the process.
Corpus Christi: We Are the Body of Christ, and You Are What You Eat
As the Church prepares to celebrate the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, Ben Bongers explains how the Eucharist strengthens us to act as the Body of Christ.
CWG Book Blast! G.M. Baker’s “The Wistful and the Good”
This month, the Catholic Writers’ Guild is touring G.M. Baker’s book, “The Wistful and the Good.” It is a CWG Seal of Approval recipient! The mighty are undone by pride, the bold by folly, and the good by wistfulness. Summary: Elswyth’s mother was a slave, but her father is a […]
Who Are the “Scribes and Pharisees?”
Who Are the “Scribes and Pharisees?” By the grace of God, I was able to travel to Germany and attend the 2022 Oberammergau Passion Play. I learned why most people blessed with this opportunity can afterwards only murmur, “It was a privilege.” The experience was truly beyond words. Try, for […]
A Retrospective
Last Tuesday, June 21, marked one year since I began ‘real’ employment outside of home. In my family growing up, we worked hard on the farm all year round, making sure gardens and animals received prime care. However, farm duties do not bring in much pay – unless you are […]
CWG Book Blast! “Lucia of Fatima,” by Kathryn Swegart
This month, the Catholic Writers’ Guild is touring Kathryn Swegart’s book, Lucia of Fatima. It is a CWG Seal of Approval recipient! So you thought you knew all there was to know about Fatima? Do you know why the visits always happened on the 13th of the month or that […]
Considering a Come and See Discipleship
“What are you looking for?” Jesus asked, followed by an invitation to “come and see” in response to the disciples’ question as to where he is staying on the road to Emmaus. Jesus knew of course what they were seeking, it is what we all seek—peace, hope, salvation. In this […]
Confessions of a Journal Writer
Journal writing entered my life when I received a pastel tie-dye-covered diary for my ninth birthday. The diary came with two dainty little keys, which I guarded with my life, though a sharp pair of shears could have gained anyone entry. That summer, I discovered my aptitude and affection for […]