Have you ever heard that you are sacred, that you are something other than this world, that you are royal? I had the gift of a priest in confession share with me that through my baptism I was made Read More …
Author: Leslie Hultgren
Devotion: Simple True Love of God
Kari’s article introduces us to St. Francis de Sales, a doctor of the Church and author of the spiritual masterpiece, Introduction to the Devout Life. It just so happens that Fr. Patrick’s brother, Fr. John, wrote a book, Lift Up Read More …
St. Francis de Sales, The Devout Life
What exactly makes someone a saint? Is it holiness or charity? Can anyone become a saint? Each saint of the Catholic Church has walked a unique, yet devout path, for their love of God. This January 24th we celebrate Read More …
Radiant Love
“O Mary bright dawn of the new world, Mother of the living, to you do we entrust the cause of life: Look down, O Mother, upon the vast numbers of babies not allowed to be born, of the poor whose lives are made difficult, of men and women who are victims of brutal Read More …
God Is Waiting to Hear From You
I love going to Adoration. I didn’t always feel this way- at first sitting there in the church felt empty and boring. So I prayed for faith. Slowly over time, all those things I have read over the years came Read More …
The Origin of the Nativity Scene
St. Francis of Assisi and St. Bonaventure The year was 1223 and society looked quite similar to the times we live in. A man of God, who was simply trying to connect with his fellow friars and towns people conceived Read More …
Advent Traditions
Advent is meant to be a time when we prayerfully prepare to celebrate the coming of Christ. I want to share a few Advent traditions that I grew up with in case some of them can be helpful for your Read More …
Advent, A Time To Prepare for a Revolution
What?! I heard a bishop refer to the birth of a Christ as a revolution, not a time of cozy sentiments. Initially, this kind of rocked my world, as I really enjoy my Christmas coziness. Upon further thought, though, it Read More …
Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us!
Do you believe in miracles? Here’s one that occurred on our continent that will boost your faith and increase your hope: the miracle of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Her feast day is December 12th. It is believed that the Virgin Read More …
An Advent Invitation to Men
In the heart of every man lies a question. It’s a question which tugs at his heart as he prepares for his wedding day and weighs on his heart after a rough day at work or a sleepless night with Read More …