The Most Universal Question in Human History The most universally asked question in human history is “What is the meaning of life?” Other ways to phrase this question might be: “Why am I here?” or “What is my purpose?” Still,...
Do You Really Know What The “Serenity Prayer” Means?
The Skit Guys break down the meaning of the "Serenity Prayer" in this hilarious, yet insightful video. Chances are good that you've seen this prayer floating around the internet and have maybe even prayed it yourself. The prayer has become widely known because it is...
The Narcissism of Modern Pharisees | Gospel Reflection
“This is the end which befalls evildoers. And in this life scoundrels always receive their just deserts!” - Don Giovanni, Mozart If Don Giovanni had paused for just a moment during his quest for pleasure and realized how empty his life was, he would have had no choice...
#OCCUPY VINEYARD? The Madness of Thinking We Can Possess the Vineyard (Gospel Reflection)
One of the best ways to enrich your experience at Sunday Mass is to pray the Mass Readings personally and to meditate on a Gospel reflection. A great way of doing this is using the technique of Lectio Divina, a powerful method which we explain here. The following is...
15 Real-life Examples of How to “Offer It Up” (and the meaning behind the phrase)
"Oh, Caleb, just offer it up!" I've probably uttered this phrase in exasperation a few more times than necessary. It's my go-to line when my kids complain too much about anything from being hungry to physical ailments. I must be honest, though, I really have never...
“Beloved”: The Mystery And Meaning Of Marriage
Today’s video is a sneak peek from a new series on the mystery and meaning of marriage called Beloved. Its message is clear enough, so I don't feel the need to explain much. As a simple note, I would like to point something that I think is fundamental if we truly want...
Advent is More Than A Waiting Game
ver noticed that when you wait in line for something, your desire grows? Or how the aroma of the sizzling steak on the grill whets the appetite? Or how about the phone call from a loved one that says he or she is arriving in just a few minutes? The...
Why Do We Ban Suffering on Facebook?
Today's video illustrates an all too common reality. To the question, "What's on your mind?" so few really answer with the truth. Losers are unpopular. Suffering doesn't fetch “likes." So why not just lie? What's the use in sharing these things if no one wants to hear...
“Waiting” Isn’t An Attractive Word, Is It?
This video captures the melancholic colors of an unfulfilled life, which is all too familiar for most of us. Images of a broken world and a myriad of human chaos is juxtaposed by a quiet and vulnerable baby boy, the Messiah in the manger. The producers express...
In the Midst of Chaos, Does God Have a Plan for Your Life?
In today's world, the presence of planners, calendars, schedules, and agendas is almost overwhelming. What's even more stifling is how many times our plans don't work out. The other day I had marked down an event about 2 weeks out. I set around 6 reminders to go off...
“The Ultimate Gift”: A movie about discovering what really matters.
Catholic-link.com - This is a trailer of a great movie for talking about the meaning of our lives and the need to value those things that really last: love, friendship, faithfulness, faith... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uWL7Ab4iHMg