5 Ways to Become a Lifelong Learner in the Faith
Studies have shown that learning new things keeps your brain healthy; in the same way, learning more about ourselves, our faith, and our God keeps us spiritually healthy. A faith that fails to reflect, learn, and grow will decay, and as our spiritual health atrophies, so will our relationship with God. It is so easy […]
Processing Your Mountaintop Experiences
As you navigate the processing of your pilgrimage experience, consider embracing the parallels that can be drawn between your personal journey and the profound encounter of the disciples during the Transfiguration. Furthermore, explore these parallels through the lens of a “mountaintop moment.” A mountaintop moment is when one feels a temporary surge of great faith, […]
What is the Transfiguration?
August 6 marks a sacred celebration within the Catholic Church – The Feast of the Transfiguration. This day commemorates one of the most pivotal moments in the life of Jesus. Before the Transfiguration, Jesus had been teaching his ministry; He would travel throughout the region preaching about the Kingdom of God, performing miracles, and gathering […]
Integrating Intentionality into Your Pilgrimage
Embarking on a pilgrimage is more than just a physical journey; it’s a profound odyssey of the heart and spirit. Each step you take, each sacred site you visit, holds the potential for transformation and encounter. The key to unlocking this potential lies in the practice of intentionality – the art of infusing purpose and […]
2023 World Youth Day: Inspiring Today’s Young Adults & Beyond
Established by Pope John Paul II in 1984 as a way to inspire the Church’s youth, years later World Youth Day continues to inspire young Catholics around the world. In doing so, it not only directly imparts virtues and values with the youth in attendance, it also empowers these individuals to be examples for others. […]
Finding St. Joseph in Your Own Fatherhood
Jesus’ earthly father, St. Joseph, demonstrated his love for Jesus through various virtuous interactions. He was Jesus’ adopted father and still today serves as an example for fathers. Fathers can lean on St. Joseph as they seek to impart virtues on their children. As examples and family leaders, a father’s example of virtue greatly impacts […]
Praying with the 3 Crowns of Mary
As we move through May, we pray for Mary’s continued guidance throughout our lives. This could even include guidance in preparing for a pilgrimage or guidance when contemplating such a venture. One form of prayer that came to increased prominence through St. Louis Marie de Montfort’s emphasis on the graces granted through devotion to Mary […]
To Jesus Through Mary: May as a Map to God
Each day we encounter God and His Son through some of life’s most basic occurrences – a hello from a friend, a wave from a passerby on the street, a hug from a sibling. To encounter Jesus through His mother Mary is to recognize Him in these and across life’s moments. Through her example and […]
6 Must-See Holy Land Sites
When you travel to the Holy Land, you walk the same dusty ground where countless biblical stories unfolded. With your own eyes, you see where miracles took place. These sites allow pilgrims to authentically immerse themselves in the Catholic faith and literally relive scripture. Sites are divided amongst three regions of the Holy Land – […]
Keep Moving Forward
If we keep moving forward in trust, God will call us to meet him and do great things.