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We Are God’s Cats. Let’s Be His Dogs.
I have a theory: God gave us cats to show us the stupid ways we act toward him, and God gave us dogs to demonstrate how he really wants us to treat him. My whole life long, I have been a cat person. I was heavily influenced by my…
The Coffee Man
by Matt Archbold Every story answers a question. The good ones do, anyway. In fact, the greatest story there is begins with one young woman’s response to the question of love and ultimate sacrifice. Mary, the Blessed Mother, said “yes.”…
The day I yelled at God, His answer brought me to tears
by Tom Hoopes The day I learned the power of the cross, I was unemployed and desperate. More than desperate, I was panicked and near despair. I had been looking for work in Washington, D.C., for weeks, and every promising lead had…
Five keys to a better prayer life
How to set a firm foundation for a deeper relationship with God
How I got saved
by Daria Sockey Protestant friends sometimes ask me when I got saved, was born again, or accepted Jesus as my personal savior. This starts a discussion where we define terms, parse Scripture, and make theological distinctions. But I think…
Let your dreams drive your days
With praying, it's especially important to take things one step at a time
Five prayers for the Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul
The Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul is June 29. Here are five prayers to these two apostles. Sts. Peter and Paul, pray for us! 1. O holy Apostles, Peter and Paul, intercede for us. Protect, O Lord, your people who trust in the patronage…
Plant a Sacred Heart of Jesus Garden
Have you ever uncovered an amazing story behind a devotion you grew up with, one that was an unquestioned part of your prayer life? As you matured in faith, did you discover a particular devotion and wonder at its growth and integration in…
A prayer for deceased military
Prayer for Memorial Day (Last Monday in May) God of power and mercy, you destroy war and put down earthly pride. Banish violence from our midst and wipe away our tears, that we may all deserve to be called your sons and daughters. Keep in…
A Mother’s Liturgy of the Hours
I grew up with a dad who prays the Liturgy of the Hours, and as a result, the Church’s daily pockets of prayer have always held a special attraction for me. Perhaps when I am an older woman, I will live the kind of life conducive to praying…