This week I spoke with Jordan Frantz about his journey back home to the Catholic Church and to his family from the darkness and slavery of addictions to alcohol and drugs. I know you will be inspired when you hear how the Holy Spirit moved upon his heart at a moment when he faced a life and death … [Read more...] about FGC #16: A Prodigal Son Comes Home with Jordan Frantz
The Unforgettable Fragrance of Christ
With permission, I am posting this beautiful reflection from my sister-in-law Marianne who always inspires me so deeply with her writing. She has a beautifully simple, but magnificently profound faith which she freely shares with all those she meets. I believe it is very fitting … [Read more...] about The Unforgettable Fragrance of Christ
A Pearl of Wisdom from St. Teresa of Avila
“God gives only to the extent that we efficaciously desire, that is, not merely wish something to happen, but take concrete means to fit ourselves to receive it” "....to fit ourselves to receive it." HMMMMM..... You mean I can't just tell God what I want, and expect him to give it to me? Kinda … [Read more...] about A Pearl of Wisdom from St. Teresa of Avila
Gaudete in Domino Semper! Rejoice in the Lord…Always, Even Amidst Unspeakable Tragedy
In the Roman Catholic Church, we are celebrating Gaudete Sunday, in which we transition from a more somber, anticipatory Advent into a period of joyful anticipation. St. Paul tells us in Phillipians in the second reading from Sunday's scripture to "Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, … [Read more...] about Gaudete in Domino Semper! Rejoice in the Lord…Always, Even Amidst Unspeakable Tragedy