Nearly everything human (and worthwhile) is ritual if you think about it. A purely utilitarian approach to family dining, for example, would consist in standing around
Easter is just around the corner, but that doesn’t mean these last weeks of Lent can’t be filled with even more intense prayer. One of my
As Catholics, it is of grave importance that we recognize the danger involved when we take part in occult practices, such as playing with a
A couple of weeks ago, while traveling for a friend’s wedding, I suddenly developed what can only be described as a mini Mount Vesuvius on
Over the course of the past month, I have embarked on an intense spiritual retreat. I have often written about how the Lord has blessed
The chapel was still and dark as we filed in, hushed, almost on tiptoe. The first sight we registered in our dim surroundings was the
The Gospel of Luke tells us of the dilemma faced by Martha and Mary – the choice between daily responsibilities and spiritual nourishment. This ageless
There are many amazing saints, and many amazing blessed and venerables and servants of God—so many that lots are often overlooked. Here are my picks
There is a long standing beautiful tradition in the Catholic Church for women to cover their heads while at mass. I realize that writing on
Dear Moms who bring their kids to daily Mass, Church, adoration, and other church-ly activities, Thanks. Thanks for being an inspiration to women like me
The celebration of Holy Week can do amazing things to prepare our souls for the grace and celebration of Easter Sunday.
Trusting and remaining in life’s moments Luke 9:11-17 : Feeding of five thousand (NRSVCE) When the crowds found out about it, they followed him; and
I recently finished weaning my toddler, my second born. When her sister was her age (nearly two and a half) she not only had been
Let me start off by saying that I love Christmas. I really do. While the decorations and tree trimming and family dinners and presents are
The stores filled with Christmas items especially early this season, “Santa Baby” playing endlessly on the local radio station since late October. Christmas all around
“May the God who is all love be your unchanging dwelling place, your cell, and your cloister in the midst of the world.” (Elizabeth of the
Cardinal Robert Sarah. Catechism of the Spiritual Life. Manchester, NH: Sophia Institute Press, 2022. Hardback $21.99. eBook $9.99. 336 pages. Available from the publisher. A
Eric Sammons. Holiness for Everyone: The Practical Spirituality of St. Josemaría Escrivá. Manchester, NH: Sophia Institute Press, 2022. Hardcover $17.95. 160 pages. Available from the publisher. I
Dr. Charles Nemeth. Finding Happiness in a Complex World: Rules from Aristotle to Aquinas. Manchester, NH: Sophia Institute Press, 2022. Hardback $18.95. 256 pages. Available
Laraine Bennett. The Little Way of Living with Less: Learning to Let Go with the Little Flower. Manchester, NH: Sophia Institute Press, 2022. Paperback. $18.95.
Fr. John G. Arintero, O.P. Stages in Prayer. Manchester, NH: Sophia Institute Press, 2022. Paperback $18.95. Ebook $9.99. Available from the publisher. Works on mysticism
