The Four Comings of Christ: Past, Present, Future, and Within
The second coming of Christ happens daily, quietly, and sacramentally. He comes to us in the Eucharist, in His Word, and in every moment of grace.
The 500th Anniversary of the Apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe Grows Closer...
It was to this humble indigenous convert that Our Lady appeared in 1531, and it is his tilma; the same tilma on which her image miraculously appeared, that still hangs untouched by time in Mexico t...
From My Heart to Yours: Not Made By Human Hands is a Project Years in the Making
Our Lady came into this darkness. She brought a message of love, a visual gospel on a simple tilma that both her Aztec children and the Spanish could immediately understand, and she changed the wor...
The Spiritual Christmas Crib: A Devotion To Prepare You For Christmas
There is something about getting ready for Christmas that fills us with excitement—young and old alike. The hanging of lights, the hustle and bustle of shopping, the aromas of freshly-baked cooki...
Why Advent is Called a Little Lent
We all know that there is a scene to come—one that involves the Way of the Cross and the Crucifixion. This reality is very close to the reality of Christmas.
The Advent Calendar As a Window Into God's Patience
That’s the heart of Advent. Each day’s anticipation mirrors the longing of Israel, the patience of God, and the steady hope that Love always keeps its word.
Understanding Advent Through the Liturgy of the Hours
Advent is often called a season of waiting, but in the rhythm of the Church’s prayer, it is also a season of awakening.
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini - Giving Without Reserve
The first time I remember learning about Mother Cabrini, I was in second grade. In my Faith Formation class, we each chose a saint and wrote a report for All Saints Day. There was no internet in th...
Why Veteran's Day Is Personal...For Us All
Whether parents, siblings, children, or extended family, the sacrifices and commitments made by these individuals directly affect and influence our lives.
Why November Offers Us Time to Remember Christ's Agony
We can offer Him our gratitude for His sacrifice, and we can ask for the grace to prepare our hearts to receive Him this Advent season.