Pause+Pray

Christianity’s Wholeness

Bond Strong May 24, 2022

The “Catechism of the Catholic Church” says that “No one is father as God is Father” (CCC 239). It is also true that no one is mother like Mary, and no one is friend, brother, or king like Jesus. At its core Christianity is still good, true, and beautiful.

Doing Your Spiritual Laundry

Natalie Ryan May 23, 2022

Just like our clothes, our spiritual lives need to be laundered too.

Acknowledging Global Warming

Richard B. Patterson, PhD May 21, 2022

The topic of global warming is a reminder that we have not always taken good care of the creation God has given us. Perhaps we need to pause and reflect on our attitudes toward creation.

Our Weary Healthcare Workers

Shannon K. Evans May 19, 2022

As we find ourselves in the third year of the COVID-19 pandemic, let us forget neither the sacrifice nor the trauma endured by healthcare workers around the world. Write a thank you card for the way they have served their ...

Turning Down the Volume

Susan Hines-Brigger May 17, 2022

Find a quiet place to go and sit—even if it’s just for a few minutes. If you can’t get away, try to watch a video or listen to a recording of some soothing nature sounds for a few minutes.

Responding with Compassion

Bruce Epperly May 16, 2022

When you feel attacked, before responding breathe deeply and center yourself. Discern what’s going on, and act and speak in ways that bring healing to the situation.