We Catholics are in the midst of a liturgical season called “Lent”, the “long days”. This forty day season leading up to Easter is a time of fasting and prayer, a time of renewal and conversion in preparation for the highest feast. It is modeled after the forty days Jesus fasted in the wilderness before … Continue reading To Be Clean
Month: March 2017
Gratitude
Before you set out to own what your heart aches for, before you capture your new desire, before you click the "add to cart” button on Amazon, be sure you are grateful for what you have. Gratitude is having the proper appreciation for each thing. It is a virtue that applies to everything. You ought to be … Continue reading Gratitude
Forgiveness
Tears ran down the little girl’s face. As she ran to her father, she didn’t wipe them away. “Paul hit me,” she said. Paul was close behind. “She messed up the chess board on purpose.” Their father frowned. “You don’t hit girls. Apologize.” The girl looked at Paul. He crossed his arms and rolled his … Continue reading Forgiveness
A Grain of Salt 