In the mystery of God’s love, suffering is never wasted. As Catholics, we hold a deep and paradoxical truth: that our pain, grief, and hardships can become a powerful gift—when united to Christ’s own suffering. We’re not mere spectators of Calvary. We are invited, through grace, to carry our sliver of the Cross and participate in the saving work of Christ.
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As I draw near to the Lord, I’m learning what it means to strive with all our strength to repel the enemy of our soul. We are in a spiritual battle whether we know it or not.
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There’s a quiet miracle happening in gardens and fields, on windowsills and forest floors. Flowers, even those rooted in shadow, bend toward the light. It’s not dramatic. It’s not loud. But it’s persistent. This movement—called phototropism—is a lifeline. Without light, the flower cannot bloom. Without turning, it begins to fade.
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As I contemplate further what it means to walk through the narrow gate, it really boils down to choice. Will I choose to walk through the open door of love?
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Perhaps the most haunting image in scripture is that of someone standing outside a locked door, knocking—only to hear the Lord respond, “I do not know where you are from.” It’s not a rejection, but a sorrowful truth: the relationship was never embraced. The door was open, but the invitation went unanswered.
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How good are you at detachment? God uses everything in our lives as opportunities to draw near but do we truly discern which is the better door we open?
Continue reading “Equal Mindedness”“All the things in this world are gifts of God, created for us, to be the means by which we can come to know him better, love him more surely, and serve him more faithfully.”
St. Ignatius of Loyola
As you reflect on your life, how are you being drawn to peace of heart? Is there a person or situation you are stirred up about to which you need to surrender? Is there something that touches your heart as unfair?
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Eternal life is knowing a personal God. Prayer begins by entering that relationship of perfect love.
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“In this year of jubilee, then, every one of you shall return to his own property.” Leviticus 25:13
Hope is a virtue we are given by Christ. Through our baptism, the old person dies and we are made new, with gifts from our Heavenly Father.
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Pope Leo IV is doing amazing work in unifying Christian Catholics across the globe. I loved reading about a recent audience he had with some Benedictine Monks. As many of you know, St. Benedict has been one of my Saint buddies since I was introduced to him on pilgrimage many years ago. The Saint Benedict Medal walks with me daily through much of my jewelry to ground me in faith.
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Smitten With Goodness 