St. Jude Miraculous Intervention: Transforming My Texas DPS Visit
As a convert to Catholicism, I must admit that Saint Jude was not a saint I had called on for intercession in the past. Sure, I had heard references to St. Jude as someone who could help with “impossible causes,” but prior to my becoming Catholic, I had little experience with saints other than my lifelong odd relationship with St. Michael the Archangel and a growing awareness of my guardian angel. But even more so, who thought the opportunity to meet St. Jude would be at the Texas DPS?
Spiritual Journaling: A Timeless Art and Practice to Deepen Your Faith
“Discover the profound practice of spiritual journaling and embark on a journey to deepen your faith and connect with God. Explore the rich tradition, gain insights from saints and scholars, and learn how this timeless art can transform your prayer life. The practice of journaling can help guide you on this path of introspection and intimacy with God.”
St. Michael’s Lent, A Belated Look: It’s Never Too Late
What do you do if you stumble across St. Michael’s Lent and realize that the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary on August 15th has passed? Don’t worry. It’s never too late to begin the devotion. I can’t count how many times I’ve encountered a novena or some other prayer and realized I was behind. […]
Spiritual Renewal: St. Michael’s Lent Devotion to the Archangel
Spiritual renewal with St. Michael’s Lent is tapping our shoulders when we approach fall and spiritual discernment. Let’s face it, moments of spiritual discernment accompanies the Church calendar. How will we respond? Given the onslaught of the modern world, I’m sure most of us willingly seek spiritual renewal. However, with all the many saints and […]
Does St. Michael’s Lent Matter in Today’s World?
St. Michael’s Lent begins on Sunday, the feast day of the Assumption of Mary. What? Are you too busy to add one more devotion to your daily devout life? Let’s face it. Since entering the Catholic world, I’ve discovered many traditions. While these enrich our spiritual lives, we often lack the time or energy to […]
Discovering St. Michael’s Lent: The Forgotten 40 Days Saint Francis Adored
Are you ready for St. Michael’s Lent? I don’t know about you, but I find the ultra-hot days of summer leave me spent both spiritually and physically exhausted. The idea of a forty-day, intense Lenten-like devotion may not be attractive. Fortunately, the month of August lays the promise of fall and Advent with this little-known […]
Unveiling St. Veronica – A Holy Hour Journal
The Journaling with Jesus series explores how journaling will enhance your relationship with Christ. For example, the cover of the My Holy Hour – St. Veronica journal captures the moment when the Holy Face of Jesus appears on her veil after she wipes the blood and sweat from Christ’s forehead. The “Veil of Veronica” is […]
Enhance Your Relationship with Christ through Journaling with Jesus
Journaling with Jesus has a number of benefits, and in this article, I’ll show you how utilizing my latest Holy Hour journal can enhance your spiritual journey. One powerful devotion that has grown in popularity over the last 100 years is the Devotion to the Divine Child Jesus. Through the centuries, apparitions of the young […]
St. Agnes of Rome, Is She a Modern Saint for Today?
St. Agnes of Rome, a young girl about the age of 12 or 13 achieved martyrdom on January 21, 304. She is as much a modern saint for today as she ever was. Through the centuries, Christians have looked to this young woman as an example of uncommon virtue not only for her deep love […]
A Catholic Reading Plan: Reading for Spiritual Profit
Looking for something to read? Over the years, I’ve sought out Catholic spiritual reading books and looked for a Catholic reading plan that answered the deepening lure to read more Catholic books and Catholic authors. Is it possible to delve into all the written Catholic treasures in one lifetime? I think not. Even worse, the […]