COLUMNS

This holiday season, remember it's not about you

Remember last year when we wanted nothing more than ...

“Authenticity”

As the calendar year slowly approaches its end, a recurring thought pops up in my head. “How will my Instagram...

'Enough' is a place of peace and gratitude

As a blogger for a Catholic publisher, my task is to ...

“Fear of the Lord"

Happy Halloween! I’ve never been one for spooky Halloween decorations, scary or suspenseful movies

Father Koch: When we love God first, everything else falls into place

We have been challenged by various Gospel events as to how to ...

Halloween, All Saints' and All Souls' point to 'thin places'

As I head down the hill for my evening walk, ...

“Get the Broom!”

“Daddy, I need you!” That’s a phrase I often hear my kids yell throughout the house. 

The grace to endure

"Mommy, I don't feel good."

Remembering that matter matters in this increasingly virtual world

I recently attended a Notre Dame football game with three of my sons.

“Friendly Competition?”

A couple years back, I went hiking at Bushkill Falls, PA with a group of friends. It’s a beautiful park with waterfalls...

Wisteria and faith offer lessons in rootedness

Something happened today at a funeral that reminded me of a question ...

“You want me to do what?”

There’s something moving about taking a beat and wondering, “what am I doing with my life?” 

Faith at Home: The Rosary for Families

During the height of the pandemic earlier in the year, I was trying to figure out a way to connect...

The Glorious Mysteries

I find it challenging to reflect on the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary. Sure, it’s awesome to think about the crowning events ...

The Luminous Mysteries

I have (unofficially) given the Luminous Mysteries my own private nickname: the Learning Mysteries.


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