COLUMNS

Joy prevails over sorrow

To master the art of living it’s important to understand this basic principle: Joy Prevails Over Sorrow.

Appreciating the patience of God

St. Augustine once said, “Patience is the companion of wisdom.” Everyone wants to have wisdom.

Beautiful stoics

There’s a rich literature being written today by some highly intelligent, sensitive men and women who might best be described as agnostic stoics.

Vocation equals accompaniment

The approaching synod on "Young people, faith and vocational discernment" next month in Rome is of huge importance to the church.

Everything life takes, love restores

“Lord, if You have another child for us, You will have to bring that child to us.” That was the prayer of writer and author Meadow Rue Merrill and her husband Dana one night.

Recharging spiritual batteries in a difficult time

As I do every year, I recently visited my ancestral homeland in New Mexico. I told one of my editors I needed to recharge my spiritual batteries.

Gratitude for Life

The secret of contentedness that St. Paul refers to is all about having gratitude to God for the gift of life itself.

Inner peace depends on you

People have asked me: how do you prepare your soul to receive inner peace? It’s a good question because inner peace is a gift from God, and you need to know how to accept it, and make it your own.

Providing clarity on the meaning of chastity, celibacy and love

Sexuality and chastity aren’t enemies, as our culture and churches make them out to be. They’re different sides of the same coin.

Gratitude that lasts a lifetime

The secret of contentedness that St. Paul refers to is all about having gratitude to God for the gift of life itself.

All children are the beloved 'little ones' of Christ

When it comes to nightmares, it’s all relative.

The way forward in an age of attention deficit

It has been said that St. John Paul II was our first "media" pope. His international visits attracted scores of media attention.

What's in a name?

We’re called to a name change.

ESPN host was locked in her own body

Imagine being mentally aware of what’s going on around you, but being unable to talk, move, or even blink your eyes.

Final thoughts on the eve of the synod

Just over one year ago, we launched the "In Light of Faith" series with hope of providing a platform for young voices ahead of October's synod on "Young people, faith and vocational discernment" convened by Pope Francis.


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