When you hear the word retreat you probably think: solitude, monastery, deep prayer, and peace. These are all images of a retreat that you may have attended or have envisioned yourself participating in some day. It hardly lines up with the word,...
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El Camino de Santiago: What Is It And Why Is It Important?
5ks may be all the rave, but would you walk 75 miles? In Europe, through mountains? On something called The Way of St. James? El Camino de Santiago is a 75-mile walking pilgrimage from the Pyrenees to Santiago de Compostela (St. James of the Field of Stars). ...
5 Ways To Encounter God On Vacation
Time for Vacation Summer is here and school is out. It’s time for a vacation. Many families, the world over, go on vacation to get away from the normal day in, day out of busy schedules. Some people stay at home and have “stay-cations.” Some go to the beach or the...
7 Ideas To Make Sure Your Summer Vacation Isn’t A Vacation From God
It’s summertime in the Northern hemisphere and therefore, for the great majority of people, vacation time. You have probably looked forward to this moment and have great expectations about what you will do, the money you will spend, the places you know, and the...
11 Of The Best Catholic Vacation Spots For Families
It's the time of year when many families decide to take a vacation and get away from the daily grind and busyness of life. It's important to remember that we should include God in our plans even while we are away. Today we present a list of vacation ideas for...