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Do You Struggle to Forgive those Who Hurt You?
Jeannie Ewing - Apr 21, 2016
Let’s face it: Most of us struggle with forgiveness, whether it’s letting go of a hurt someone has committed against us or forgiving ourselves for offenses against others. As Catholics, we are well aware that it is important, and, indeed, a command, to forgive, yet we still aren’t sure how to forgive well. Does forgiveness mean we forget someone’s henous act? Does it mean we ignore the person who has harmed us in the hopes that the wrongdoing will simply... -
How to Live out the Our Father
John Kubasak - Apr 18, 2016
Most Catholics learned this prayer by heart as a child. As with anything memorized, it’s possible to say the entire Our Father at Mass without reflecting on the words. However, this prayer merits the deepest reflection because it comes from the very mouth of Jesus. The Church has been saying the Our Father since our Lord first taught it to the disciples two millennia ago. If you are uncertain on how to pray, where to start, what to say, mimic the disciples: go to Jesus and... -
Do You know How to Live the Resurrection?
Jeannie Ewing - Mar 29, 2016
We are a Resurrection people. Sometimes we forget that simple but poignant truth, especially as we scurry about in the midst of alarming news concerning modern-day martyrdoms, suicides, natural disasters, economic crises, and political upheaval. It’s all too easy to get caught up in fear, which ultimately distracts us from remembering who we are as people of hope. Lent is about the metamorphosis of the Resurrection. Now that Easter is upon us, regardless of how your Lent... -
The Most Gruesome Details of the Crucifixion of Jesus
John Kubasak - Mar 21, 2016
If a first-century Roman walked into a Catholic parish today, he’d be shocked to see a crucifix on the wall, knowing that the crucifixion was to instill fear as an public instrument of torture. Even more strange would be the artistic adornments on the crucifix—he would only see an instrument of gruesome torture and death. As we are confronted with Good Friday and Jesus’ Passion, it would help to look at the crucifixion of Jesus more from the eyes of that... -
10 Really Important Lessons in Love for Men
Sara and Justin Kraft - Mar 13, 2016
In a few short days we will honor Saint Joseph by celebrating his Solemnity on March 19th. Relatively little is known about Saint Joseph. The bible is uniquely silent. Joseph is never quoted nor are any words attributed to him. Despite the absence of information, he has always been held in esteem, serving as a great example especially for men. Read on to discover 10 insights that men can gain from the life of St. Joseph. -
Learn How to Really Pray Effectively with These Tips
Jeannie Ewing - Mar 9, 2016
Prayer is the foundation and life source of a thriving Christian life. Without it, our faith withers and eventually vanishes, yet so many of us today struggle to understand prayer or carve out time to incorporate it into our daily, frenzied lives. Here are some tips on establishing and maintaining a daily prayer life that will enrich your relationship with God and deepen your love for Him. -
How to Complete an Excellent Examination of Conscience
W. P. Bennett - Mar 8, 2016
Second grade. My hands were sweating and my mind racing. I was so nervous I went into the confessional and read every single question word for word and just said yes at the end, admitting to every sin listed—including murder, adultery, and coveting. Thankfully, the priest helped ease my mind to the point where I could confess some things that I had actually done—but I've never forgotten that first time I tried to do an examination of conscience on my own. Nowadays I... -
The Way of the Cross—A Lenten Reflection
Sara and Justin Kraft - Feb 23, 2016
The Church offers a great number of suggestions for spiritual progress during Lent. One common devotion is the Way of the Cross, which is more commonly referred to as the Stations of the Cross. This reflection will offer a brief review of the history of this devotion, provide a few practical tips for practicing the devotion during Lent, and leave you with a few words from Pope Emeritus Benedict the XVI. -
Get The Most Out of The Stations of the Cross
Jeannie Ewing - Feb 18, 2016
We begin the journey to Calvary with Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane when we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary, yet the Stations of the Cross place us with Him in front of Pilate as He is condemned to die – cruelly and unjustly. Meditating on the Way of the Cross helps us understand the depth of God's love for us--the immense suffering He endured for our salvation. Here are meditations to help you get the most out of the Stations of the Cross. -
The Ultimate List of The Catholic Shrines in the USA
Sara and Justin Kraft - Jan 21, 2016
What is a Catholic shrine? A Catholic shrine is a church or other sacred place which has the approval of the local bishop and which is visited by the faithful as pilgrims (Canon 1230). While sometimes it can be a burial place of a saint or Marian apparition, more commonly it is erected as a center for specific devotion. "What Catholic Shrines are near me?" You can find a full listing of all shrines within the United States here, but we've selected the most... -
19 Wonderful, Inspiring Bible Quotes Women Really Should Know
Jeannie Ewing - Jan 13, 2016
Like many women, I am an avid fan of nonfiction, and of that, my favorite are short devotionals that revolve around inspirational Scripture verses. Women tend to master the art of multitasking, so it’s important that the encouragement we receive on a daily basis be focused and uplifting. Naturally, the Bible is a treasure trove for such inspiration, and women can be certain that they will glean strength and hope from some of the most beloved of verses (and some lesser known... -
5 Beautiful Images of the Nativity to Help your Prayer Life
Anne Stricherz - Dec 29, 2015
Every year, I save the cards that have special meaning for me. I have noticed that a significant number of them feature the Nativity of Our Lord. It’s a poignant image for the season, because it depicts who and what we celebrate. Nativity scenes often feature more than a child wrapped in swaddling clothes. The Magi, shepherds, angels, animals and sometimes-small children visit Him. I am reminded through the Nativity that God is with us: Emmanuel. Here are five images I... -
Do You Know What this Classic Christmas Carol Really Means?
Sara and Justin Kraft - Dec 21, 2015
To our ears, the familiar Christmas carol “The Twelve Days of Christmas” seems to be a merry carol we sing (and in our home we use it to help our three year old learn to count). However, its origin is something more out of a spy movie than a child’s imagination. The song was composed in England during a time of great persecution for Catholics. Do you know what this classic Christmas carol really means? -
How to Celebrate the Advent Season: 5 Awesome World Traditions
Jeannie Ewing - Dec 17, 2015
Various Advent traditions are celebrated throughout the world today. In our western way of life, we can adopt some of these vibrant and rich Advent celebrations from our brothers and sisters around the world. Many of these customs are available in parts of our nation with a large population of a particular culture, but even if we do not have access to a live representation of them, we can recreate them in our own way and install a new family tradition that is sure to be beloved... -
12 Inspiring Thanksgiving Quotes from Catholic Saints
Jeannie Ewing - Nov 30, 2015
Gratitude is one of the most overlooked and underutilized virtue in our post-modern society, which is filled with narcissism and cynicism. Unlike these worldviews and lifestyles, gratitude springs forth from charity and humility, both of which naturally extend our hearts into a spirit of thanksgiving – for what we have been given, for who God is, and mostly for His love and mercy. The saints, of course, knew this well. Most practiced gratitude on a daily basis as it...
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- 1I Was A Pilgrim In History
- 2An Introduction to the Life and Writings of Cora Evans
- 3The Refugee from Heaven
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I Was A Pilgrim In History
The book tells of the journey of the Magi from Egypt where they first witnessed a vision of the birth of the child Messiah. The story follows the Magi to their meeting with Herod and finding the Holy Family. It then follows the Holy Family’s flight to Egypt and their return trip to Nazareth. The story explores some new details of Jesus’ childhood and how His identity was kept secret. The story continues to the time of the Crucifixion of Jesus, and it ends with the Blessed Mother completing the first Stations of the Cross.
An Introduction to the Life and Writings of Cora Evans
An Introduction to the Life and Writings of Cora Evans: Wife, Mother, and Mystic is a personal journal written by one of her best friend, Christian Brother, Edward Behan. Behan shares his knowledge of Cora's life and writings, of her thoughts and insights, which unfolded over six years of inspiring friendship. This book sheds much light on Cora and her relationship with our Lord.
The Refugee from Heaven
The Refugee from Heaven recounts the life of Jesus Christ as an eyewitness, beginning with the first meeting between Jesus and Peter, on the shores of Mount Carmel Bay. With vivid detail and dialogue, this unique account breathes new life into well-known figures of the Gospels.
A Time to Laugh and a Time to Weep
NOW AVAILABLE! A Time to Laugh and A Time to Weep is a prayerful journey for healing, forgiveness, charity, kindness, and courage that traverses the highs and lows of motherhood and faith in light of Cora Evans’ writings. Travel alongside Cora Evans and Jeannie Ewing — one a woman of the early twentieth century, another a modern Catholic living in the frenzied, post-modern Information Age — and realize that truth, beauty, and wisdom exist outside of time.
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