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 […]

Many years ago, I had the opportunity to participate in one of the most beautiful programs of formation and leadership. It was called “Living the Unexpected.” I remember that one of the central moments of this program was a walk to the top of a mountain. Abruptly, at about 2:00 […]

After this the LORD appointed seventy-two others and sent them two by two ahead of him to every town and place where he was about to go. (Luke 10: 1)  When I think about the great privilege experienced by Jesus’ disciples, to have been chosen and sent by God himself […]

This past week, on July 23rd, we celebrated the feast day of St. Bridget of Sweden.  Though St. Bridget may not be as well-known as other saints, her wisdom has truly resonated with me.The first time I heard of St. Bridget was a few years ago when I was surfing the […]