By Sometimes prayer feels hard. Not because we don’t want to pray, but because our minds are tired, our hearts are full, and silence feels anything but peaceful. Words can feel like too much. Reading feels hard. Sitting still feels impossible. That’s where Visio Divina can be such a gift. Visio Divina: Praying With Sacred Art …
ABC Method of Bible Study
I really love to sit down with my Bible and dig in with a good Bible study. The thing is, sometimes I get frustrated because it feels like many Bible studies already presume a lot of prior knowledge. I get lost and lose focus. Does that ever happen to you? Here’s a method I learned …
Lectio Divina for Busy Moms
Have you ever heard of the practice of Lectio Divina? It’s a prayer method I’ve been using quite a bit lately and it has had quite an impact on me. Originating in early monastic communities, it has experienced a resurgence in recent years and is just as relevant and helpful now as it was then. …
How to Foster Prayer in Your Family
Prayer in family life does not have to look polished, perfectly timed, or quiet. Most of the time, it happens right in the middle of ordinary moments, like the carpool line, the dinner table, bedtime routines, or coloring at the kitchen counter. If you have ever felt unsure about how to foster prayer in your …
Praying the Angelus
I started praying the Angelus back during lockdown early in the Covid pandemic. It was a time where I was seeking God even more than I had and as a result, I was looking into different types of prayers that I hadn’t really participated in before. I wanted to take brief breaks throughout my day …
Spiritual Goals for the New Year
Do you make New Year’s resolutions? I like to set goals because it gives me some focus and direction but God has shown me that sometimes when I do this I get very rule-oriented and place my focus on doing things “the right way” rather than putting Him first. He reminds me of the story …
The Pope’s Monthly Prayer Intentions 2026
Each year, the Holy Father invites Catholics around the world to pray together in a focused and intentional way through his monthly prayer intentions. These intentions gently draw our hearts outward—toward the needs of the Church, the struggles of the world, and the people who are often overlooked or unheard. As we move through 2026, …
Catholic Sacramentals: Blessed Salt
Blessed salt is a sacramental that isn’t as well known as holy water or the Rosary and yet, it goes back to biblical times and can be just as valuable in our faith lives. As with other sacramentals, blessed salt helps us to notice God, invite Him into our lives, and strengthen our faith. A …
Catholic Advent Traditions for Your Family
The first purple candle flickers, the room goes quiet, and the family leans in close. Outside, winter evenings grow longer, but the living room feels warm and steady with hope. Advent is the four-week season before Christmas that helps Catholics prepare their hearts for the birth of Jesus. For many women, it is a gentle …
Why We Celebrate Advent
Advent is a cherished and meaningful time for many Christians around the world. This season marks a period of anticipation and spiritual preparation for the celebration of Jesus Christ’s birth. Celebrating Advent is about more than just counting down to Christmas. It’s an opportunity topractice faith through prayer, meditation, and acts of kindness. By participating …