Dig Deeper into Easter Sunday’s Gospel: Read John 20:1–9
In one of her essays on women, Saint Edith Stein wrote, “Women comprehend not merely with the intellect but also with the heart.”[1] I especially feel the truth of this statement with my children as I’ve studied their unique mannerisms and reactions. [...]
Dig Deeper into Sunday’s Gospel: Read Mark 11:1–10 and Mark 14:1—15:47
Here we are, at the threshold of Holy Week. Somehow, another Lent is all but behind us. As we stand here, I wonder where your heart is.
Are you filled with eager anticipation as we prepare to enter into the crux of the Paschal mystery? [...]
Dig Deeper into Sunday’s Gospel: Read John 12:20–33
“Sir, we would like to see Jesus” (John 12:20).
There have been so many times that I have longed to see Jesus, touch Him, and hug Him. Countless times, I have knelt in adoration before the Blessed Sacrament and imagined Him right next to me. [...]
Dig Deeper into Sunday’s Gospel: Read John 3:14–21
It was how he held his fingers that got me. I have seen many images of our crucified Savior, but this one differed. It grabbed me because, unlike the familiar, sanitized versions I have grown accustomed to, this one did something to me. [...]
The Bible verses 1 Corinthians 13:4–8 are some of the most popular for weddings. And it makes sense—it’s a beautiful description of what love should look like. But what if I told you that when Saint Paul wrote that, he wasn’t giving advice to newlywed couples but rather to a Christian community that was divided and failing to live out the gospel? [...]
Dig Deeper into Sunday’s Gospel: Read Mark 9:2–10
Do you ever find yourself waiting for the other shoe to drop? You’re in a good place, soaking up a moment of genuine joy, and then some intrusive thoughts barge into your head. “This won’t last,” says the voice. [...]
Dig Deeper into Sunday’s Gospel: Read Mark 1:12–15
Lately, prayer has been something I’m struggling with. In this season of spiritual unassuredness, I’ve found myself shying away from prayer and settling for the bare minimum.
Being a mother to an 18-month-old and 5-month-old has changed everything. [...]
Dig Deeper into Sunday’s Gospel: Read Mark 1:40–45
I have a confession to make. About confession.
I took a 15-year hiatus from participating in the sacrament of Reconciliation.
Having grown up attending Mass and going to Catholic school, I intellectually understood the consequences of this choice. [...]
“He is not here; for he has risen, as he said” (Matthew 28:6). These words, uttered by the angel to Mary Magdalene and the other Mary on Easter Sunday, heralds an unparalleled hope that transforms sorrow into joy, doubt into certainty. Truly, this is one of the most hope-filled verses in all of Scripture. [...]
Dig Deeper into Sunday’s Gospel: Read Mark 1:21–28
I show up to the internet for the jokes. Whenever I need a break in my daily routine, a quick reel or meme can bring the laughter I need. Although most of these videos and pictures are forgettable, [...]
