How to reform your life with Christ at the center
Do you believe you are worthy of living a free and fulfilled life? If you’re anything like me, you’ve likely experienced at least a season of putting off making changes…
Comfort and joy: The 2023 Radiant Christmas Gift Guide
It’s that time again! We are as excited as ever to bring you another list of our favorite Catholic business finds for your Christmas shopping. These shop owners and creators…
It is time to have grace for medical providers
Once, in my local writer’s group, I shared a fictional (but realistic) story about a speech therapist who is harassed by her (male) patient. Most of the writers in the…
Learning how to dress for your life
We adult women have forgotten something that most little girls know instinctively: We are beautiful, by purpose and design, and our clothing should reflect that. Tomboys in the room, don’t…
What you need to know about Edith Stein and feminism
It may be hard to imagine that a Jewish girl turned teenage atheist could grow up to be a saint. But this was the story for Edith Stein, who we…
Why participating in community looks a lot like family life
This article is part of a series diving into Catholic social teaching and how it applies to our everyday lives. For ease of reading, the authors will use first person…
Seeking beauty as the important work of the evangelist
“Give yourself the gift of one beautiful thing, daily,” I remember hearing this advice in a radio interview years ago. It doesn’t matter if it’s a bouquet you pick on…
Beyond the screen: Breaking free from the scrolling syndrome
“It is funny how mortals always picture us as putting things into their minds: in reality, our best work is done by keeping things out.” ― C.S. Lewis, “The Screwtape…
Finding real happiness in a success-driven culture
My day starts with a rescue mission. Ear splitting screams sound the alarm: the 3-year-old has absconded with his sister’s mermaid. I’m allowed half a breath before I hear it:…
The remarkably simple truth of honoring the dignity of those around you
This article is part of a series diving into Catholic social teaching and how it applies to our everyday lives. For ease of reading, the authors will use first person…