This was the theme of a Catholic conference I recently attended. It seems like a simple answer but one that is worthy of deep prayer and contemplation, especially in today’s world. The keynote speaker asked us to reflect on this question and noted that many see Jesus only as a […]

“That’s crazy!” “That’s too extreme!” “You’ve lost it.” I am sure you have heard these expressions from close family members or even friends who know you and who love you. They very well may be looking out for your well-being and to some degree may be right … judging by […]

Today I want to express my gratitude for the gift of suffering; I have understood that it is a necessary gift. I meditated, I thought about all this again and I understood that yes, it is true, I have to introduce the Church into the third millennium with prayer, different […]

For though I fall, I will rise again. Though I sit in darkness, the LORD will be my light. (Micah 7:8) Because we are about to enter Fall, I find it slightly amusing that the topic I find myself called to write about this month is falling.  This topic has been on […]

Have you asked yourself, at any moment in your life, what your vocation is? We have done it, yes. What answer have we arrived at? Our vocation is marriage. In fact, we just got married this past July 31st and it’s one of the best decisions we have made with […]

Walking is, first of all, the command that God gave to Abraham: “Walk in my presence and be perfect.” I go for a walk almost every day; it is my time to do a little exercise and think.  When I walk, with whom do I do it and where and […]

Even though it’s true that only the Lord, Creator of us and all living things, has given us multiple talents and capacities to administer this Earth where we live, it’s also true that many times we simply forget that we are creatures, and that creatures cannot be larger than their […]

Have you ever realized the significance of the shadow you cast as you educate, guide, and set an example for your kids? In the past, I have written to you about marriage: its beauty, the importance of building a strong foundation, the challenges, and the need to sustain and grow […]

If we take a look at the four Gospels, we will find many instances where God invites us to not be afraid: “Do not be afraid, Zechariah;” “Do not be afraid, Mary;” “Do not be afraid, shepherds;” “Do not be afraid, Peter;”; “Do not be afraid, little flock;” “Do not […]

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God my Savior for He has looked with favor on His lowly servant. (Luke 1:46-48) Today’s first reading from the Book of Revelation, far from being a mysterious puzzle of apocalyptic symbols difficult to decipher, is a thrilling […]