Have you ever experienced an overwhelming sense of peace? It may have been during a walk in nature, watching a sunset, looking at the stars, or on a vacation. What do these moments have in common? Time. We took time to slow down and tune out all of the noise around us. How long did... Continue Reading →
Foundations of Christianity: Questions for the Catholic Church
Some people think of the church as a place we go to worship. To others, the Church is a religious authority who instructs us on how to live by God's laws. Yet, neither of these definitions accurately describe what makes Christ's church truly different. The Old Ways and the New Way In the Old Testament,... Continue Reading →
Why Is More Never Enough?
In life we are bombarded with messages telling us what we need to be happy. We spend our lives in constant comparison to one another, thinking "I'll be happy when...". This need to measure up only shows us how short we fall in comparison. The need for more can never be satisfied because it's like... Continue Reading →
Do My Beliefs Match My Life?
Do you believe in God? This was the question addressed in a Pew Research study about religious beliefs in America. The results were both surprising and confusing. The survey showed that 90% of Americans believe in God or a higher power. I was shocked to learn that because the United States has become increasingly secular.... Continue Reading →
Why Is It So Hard to Say “No”?
There don't seem to be enough hours in a day. There simply isn't time to do all of the things we need to do, ought to do, or want to do. Further, Christians are also called to act in humble service of others in need. Even more, we are to give of ourselves with eager... Continue Reading →