Be Not Afraid

Daniel P. Horan, Phd July 13, 2025

Jesus’s frequent refrain—“Do not be afraid”—should be our mantra of discipleship.

Your Place in Line

Christopher Heffron July 13, 2025

As it states in Matthew 20:16: “the last will be first, and the first will be last.” Where are you in line? Where should you be?

Submit to the Will of God

Daniel P. Horan, Phd July 12, 2025

What makes a son good is not what he says to his father, but what he does after the fact by working in the fields (Matthew 21:28–31).

woman sitting on a rock overlooking a valley during her journey

Shaun Niequist in her book Bittersweet wrote: “When life is sweet, say thank you and celebrate. And when life is bitter, say thank you and grow.” Sometimes the healing we need comes through growth that challenges us.

A nervous and worried man holding a hand in front of his face.

Hold Nothing Back

Herman Sutter July 10, 2025

Many of us are nervous when it comes to going to confession. We worry about what to say, and whether we will say or do it right.

Sacred Interruptions

Christopher Wesley July 9, 2025

Interruptions can feel like roadblocks. But what if they’re divine detours?

Grace and Understanding

Susan Hines-Brigger July 8, 2025

These days, compassion seems to be in short supply. In truth, now is when we need it the most.

man sitting on a rock ledge surrounded by mountains and deep valleys.

Discomfort Zone

Kyle Kramer July 7, 2025

God doesn’t promise to keep us from all harm—only that God will always, always, always be with us in them.

An old ladder reaching into the night starry sky.

Creation Is a Ladder to God

Ilia Delio, OSF July 6, 2025

Penance, poverty, humility and compassion were the values that forged Francis into a “cosmic brother,” one who was related to all creatures and to the elements of creation.