About Ashley Olik

Ashley (Osmera) Olik grew up with a knack for writing, and has been creating digital content and editing student essays for many years. At any given moment you can find her reading one of the 5 books she's currently balancing, walking or hiking with her husband, practicing her Spanish and Polish, or enjoying one of the fine arts, including painting, music, theatre, and ballroom dance. Her favorite devotions are the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary Star of the Sea. Ashley lives in Charlotte, NC with her husband Thomas.

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St. John XXIII: Genius Humor From the Farm Boy Turned Powerhouse Pope

Oct 09, 2017 by Ashley Olik

Just in the last 100 years, the Church has seen popes as varied as an array of Italian wine. It’s difficult to capture the essence of any pope with only one or two words. Pope St. … Read more

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Guide to the Green Scapular: A Powerful (and Surprisingly Simple) Devotion

Sep 29, 2017 by Ashley Olik

We probably all know at least one person who has fallen away from the Catholic faith, whether it be after a tragic event, a pulling away from family and tradition, or after having … Read more

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A Mother's Tears: The Story of Our Lady of La Salette

Sep 18, 2017 by Ashley Olik

In March of 2011, I went with my mom to visit a boarding school for teenage girls who want to begin discerning consecrated life. On one of the days, the director announced that we … Read more

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About Ashley Olik

St. John XXIII: Genius Humor From the Farm Boy Turned Powerhouse Pope

Guide to the Green Scapular: A Powerful (and Surprisingly Simple) Devotion

A Mother's Tears: The Story of Our Lady of La Salette