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Have You Heard of the Deadly Noonday Devil?
John Kubasak - Aug 17, 2017
Acedia or the "noonday devil" is a commonly misunderstood vice, but it is very helpful to acknowledge the power of this ancient temptation, identified thousands of years ago in the Psalms of David. -
Celebrate These Important Feast Days of Mary
Gillian Weyant - Aug 15, 2017
The various titles and feast days of Mary remind us of the vital role she plays in bringing us closer to God. She is described throughout Church history as “Cause of Our Salvation,” “Queen of Heaven,” “Throne of Wisdom,” and “Health of the Afflicted.” -
How Can We Be Devoted to the Mother of God?
Charles Kaupke - Aug 10, 2017
Upon their meeting, Elizabeth spoke of Mary in terms that Catholics would later adopt: “Most blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.” -
Get Inspiration from These Great Saints
Vincent Terreri - Aug 8, 2017
There are many inspiring saints celebrated in August. Here are the stories of 10 great men and women that pursued the path of holiness out of love for Christ. Let us follow their example. -
Reflect on the Beautiful Feast of the Transfiguration
Oakleigh Stavish - Aug 3, 2017
On August 6th, we celebrate the great Feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord. It reveals to us the marvelous unity of Body, Soul, and Divinity in the Person of Christ and the fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets in Him. It is our hope in the midst of suffering. -
11 New Interesting Ways to Practice Your Faith
Jeannie Ewing - Aug 1, 2017
Sometimes our faith becomes stagnant and we aren’t sure how to kick-start it. If you need inspiration on how to begin, here are some ideas to prevent spiritual monotony and rejuvenate your relationship with God. -
What Do You Need to Be a Faith-Filled Pilgrim?
Anne Stricherz - Jul 27, 2017
To be a pilgrim means that the journey does not end at the destination of a sacred or holy site. No, a pilgrim always returns home with a new if not deeper understanding and appreciation of their interest, their passion. Religious pilgrims receive unexpected graces and are tasked with the awesome responsibility of sharing the virtues of pilgrimage with their local faith community or parish. -
How Are Catholic Weddings Celebrated Across the World?
Gillian Weyant - Jul 25, 2017
As we progress through the summer wedding season, we hear a number of familiar phrases when we attend Catholic wedding ceremonies: “until death do us part,” “love is patient, love is kind,” “take this ring as a sign of my love and my fidelity.” Learning more about all of these traditions, both old and new, can lead us to a greater understanding of and appreciation for the beautiful sacrament of marriage. -
Here is the Story of Mary Magdalene and 9 Amazing Saints
Jeannie Ewing - Jul 20, 2017
For the first time ever, Mary Magdalene's memorial day has been elevated to a feast day. Learn from her and all of these saints how to be immersed in God's grace by simply saying yes to His call, in whatever form it takes in your own life. -
Do You Know How to Find Solace in Solitude?
Jeannie Ewing - Jul 18, 2017
In the newly released title Gems, Cora Evans recounts a mystical experience in which St. Aloysius Gonzaga appears to tell her to free her soul from attachment. His profound words are a light on the path to the Lord Who offers unparalleled happiness. -
How to Embrace Silence and Charity
Antonia Lychak - Jul 13, 2017
Cora Evans reminds us of how we ought to embrace silence over uncharitableness in the upcoming title Gems. We must examine the way we speak and think about others and how this detracts from our ability to "praise God continually." -
The Most Fun and Faithful Summer Activities for Your Kids
Sara and Justin Kraft - Jul 11, 2017
Summertime is a time full of fun! Oftentimes, we consider summer a “vacation” from schoolwork and other work, but we should not take a vacation from our faith in the summertime. Here are seven fun ways to help develop a child’s spiritual life during the leisurely summer months. -
Here Are the Best Books for Your Summer Reading
John Kubasak - Jul 6, 2017
Summer reading assignments are the perennial wet blankets of students’ summer vacation. Some books were enjoyable, others were nice discoveries, and others fell into the category of ‘I’ll watch the movie.’ The problem with high school summer reading was the lack of choices. I didn't have the opportunity to pick books that sounded interesting to me. This summer, you do have the opportunity to pick up a book of your choice! There is a myriad of books out there... -
Learn About the Fruits of the Holy Spirit: Part 4
Charles Kaupke - Jun 29, 2017
In this fourth and final post on the fruits of the Holy Spirit, we will look at modesty, self-control and chastity. -
How to Meditate on Christ with Humility
Oakleigh Stavish - Jun 25, 2017
In the upcoming title Gems, Cora Evans gives us insight into the ways in which we limit ourselves by closing the door of our hearts and minds to Christ. We must abandon the sin of pride and "cease to limit the soul in its quest to think good thoughts."
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Grow Closer to Christ
- 1I Was A Pilgrim In History
- 2An Introduction to the Life and Writings of Cora Evans
- 3The Refugee from Heaven
- 4A Time to Laugh and a Time to Weep
I Was A Pilgrim In History
The book tells of the journey of the Magi from Egypt where they first witnessed a vision of the birth of the child Messiah. The story follows the Magi to their meeting with Herod and finding the Holy Family. It then follows the Holy Family’s flight to Egypt and their return trip to Nazareth. The story explores some new details of Jesus’ childhood and how His identity was kept secret. The story continues to the time of the Crucifixion of Jesus, and it ends with the Blessed Mother completing the first Stations of the Cross.
An Introduction to the Life and Writings of Cora Evans
An Introduction to the Life and Writings of Cora Evans: Wife, Mother, and Mystic is a personal journal written by one of her best friend, Christian Brother, Edward Behan. Behan shares his knowledge of Cora's life and writings, of her thoughts and insights, which unfolded over six years of inspiring friendship. This book sheds much light on Cora and her relationship with our Lord.
The Refugee from Heaven
The Refugee from Heaven recounts the life of Jesus Christ as an eyewitness, beginning with the first meeting between Jesus and Peter, on the shores of Mount Carmel Bay. With vivid detail and dialogue, this unique account breathes new life into well-known figures of the Gospels.
A Time to Laugh and a Time to Weep
NOW AVAILABLE! A Time to Laugh and A Time to Weep is a prayerful journey for healing, forgiveness, charity, kindness, and courage that traverses the highs and lows of motherhood and faith in light of Cora Evans’ writings. Travel alongside Cora Evans and Jeannie Ewing — one a woman of the early twentieth century, another a modern Catholic living in the frenzied, post-modern Information Age — and realize that truth, beauty, and wisdom exist outside of time.
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