Carlo Acutis and the Gift of Presence
“Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans.” Often attributed to John Lennon, this quote from American journalist Allen Saunders speaks to me especially this week of April 21, 2025, as I write this piece...
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A Time for Grace
When I first started going on contemplative retreats, I remember how difficult it was to give myself grace in my journey inward.
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St. Clare, COVID-19, and the Communion of Saints
“He died alone!” “We were not with her!” These lamentations are heard daily as people recount the most bitter experience of losing a loved one to COVID-19.
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Sacred Heart of Jesus Prayers: A Collection of Devotions
O most holy Heart of Jesus, fountain of every blessing, I adore you, I love you and will a lively sorrow for my sins. I offer you this poor heart of mine. Make me humble, patient, pure, and wholly obedient ...
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A Message of Hope from the Mayor of Assisi
Stefania Proietti is the mayor of Assisi, Italy. The following Easter letter is to the residents of Assisi, and she wanted to share it with us. In turn, we wanted to share her beautiful message of hope with you.
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‘Who are you, my God, and who am I?’
One of the stories about Francis of Assisi relates how a brother watched the saint in prayer, and heard him pray the words, “Who are you, Lord my God, and who am I?”
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Lent with the Saints: Mary Magdalene
Mary Magdalene is one of the main characters in the story of Jesus’ passion, death, and resurrection.
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