Pause+Pray
Every Breath Can Be a Prayer
The apostle Paul advises, “Pray without ceasing.” I suspect the apostle is speaking about a prayerful attitude rather than a constant succession of words.
Be Thankful for the Good and Bad
In his book "Thanks!" Robert Emmons characterizes gratitude as not a “superficial happiology,” but a perspective with transformative power.
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Seeking More Hours in the Day
It seems that our days are getting busier and busier, with to-do lists that are longer and longer. Today pick out three things that matter most to God and be sure they get done. Cut yourself some slack on the ...
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Solitude Is Not Separation
The Trappist monk Thomas Merton practiced and wrote about the contemplative life of interior solitude, which, he believed, was not cultivated by isolating ourselves from the world.
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Discerning God’s Path
As followers of St. Francis, we are called to walk in the footsteps of St. Francis, following the path of humility, simplicity, and radical love.
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Experiencing God in the Great Outdoors
Whether we're taking a hike or merely walking down the sidewalk, may we accept the invitation to experience our Creator in the great outdoors.
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Whispers from God
By her mid-30s, Sister Teresa of Calcutta (1910-1997) had a track record as a leader, overseeing a community of Indian women religious affiliated with her community and serving as a school principal.
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