How Rules Allow For Joy And Wonder

Leave Alone Things That Don’t Concern You | St. Katharine Drexel Quote

by St. Katharine Drexel | May 11, 2026 | Faith & Life

“It is a lesson we all need—to let alone the things that do not concern us. He has other ways for others to follow Him; all do not go by the same path. It is for each of us to learn the path by which He requires us to follow Him, and to follow Him in that path.”— St....

God Calls Us To A Holy Life | St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

by St. Elizabeth Ann Seton | May 4, 2026 | Faith & Life

We know certainly that our God calls us to a holy life. We know that he gives us every grace, every abundant grace; and though we are so weak of ourselves, this grace is able to carry us through every obstacle and difficulty.St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Books On St....

Remain Steadfast | St. Andrew Kim Taegon

by Catholic Saint | Apr 27, 2026 | Catholic Media

“I urge you to remain steadfast in faith, so that at last we will all reach heaven and there rejoice together.” -St. Andrew Kim Taegon Our Favorite Catholic Books Finding Freedom in Christ: Healing Life’s Hurts Jesus and You, Woman: Ignatian Retreat for Women under...

When Troubles Come | St. Mary Mackillop

by Catholic Saint | Mar 23, 2026 | Meaning of Suffering

"Whatever troubles may be before you, accept them bravely, remembering Whom you are trying to follow. Do not be afraid. Love one another, bear with one another, and let charity guide you all your life. God will reward you as only He can." - St. Mary MacKillop Image:...

Lent Should Bring Spiritual Renewal |St. John Chrysostom

by St. John Chrysostom | Mar 13, 2026 | Lent

"The fast of Lent has no advantage to us unless it brings about our spiritual renewal. It is necessary while fasting to change our whole life and practice virtue. Turning away from all wickedness means keeping our tongue in check, restraining our anger, avoiding all...

Meaning Of Repentance | St. John Climacus

by Catholic Saint | Feb 27, 2026 | Confession, Sin

"TO REPENT IS NOT TO LOOK DOWNWARDS AT MY OWN SHORTCOMINGS, BUT UPWARDS AT GOD’S LOVE.IT IS NOT TO LOOK BACKWARDS WITH SELF-REPROACH, BUT FORWARD WITH TRUSTFULNESS.IT IS TO SEE NOT WHAT I HAVE FAILED TO BE, BUT WHAT BY THE GRACE OF CHRIST I MIGHT YET BECOME.”St. John...

Do Not Renounce Your Ability To Think | Pope Leo XIV

by Pope Leo XIV | Feb 16, 2026 | Controversial Subjects, World's View

Do not renounce your ability to think There has long been abundant evidence that algorithms designed to maximize engagement on social media — which is profitable for platforms — reward quick emotions and penalize more time-consuming human responses such as the effort...

Jesus Is Here With His Cross | St. Therese

by St. Therese of Lisieux | Feb 3, 2026 | Lent

“Yes, my heart’s dear one, Jesus, is here with His cross. Since you are one of His favorites, He wants to make you into His likeness; why be afraid that you will not have the strength to carry this cross without a struggle? On the way to Calvary, Jesus did indeed fall...

Undertake Courageously Great Tasks For God’s Glory | St. John Eudes

by St. John Eudes | Jan 26, 2026 | Faith & Life, World's View

"Undertake courageously great tasks for God's glory, to the extent that he'll give you power and grace for this purpose. Even though you can do nothing on your own, you can do all things in him. His help will never fail you if you have confidence in his goodness....

Spend Time Gazing At The Crucifix | Pope Francis

by Pope Francis | Jan 9, 2026 | Faith & Life

God loves us, and He loves us madly, as one of the saints used to say. God’s love appears to be madness. He loves us: “God loved the world so much that He gave us His only son” (Jn 3:16). And He sent Him to die on the cross. And every time that we look at the...

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