Inspiration

How St. Anthony conquered the devil’s temptations

[featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] The devil, knowing that St. Anthony was a very holy man and close to God, threw everything he had against him. If the devil couldn’t turn Anthony away from God through the riches of the world, he would try to attack him both physically and spiritually. St. Athanasius records several of these encounters in […]

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Want to know how Christians invented medicine as we know it? Read this book

[featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] The practice of medicine in today’s world is sadly much more of a business than a means of helping people. Insurance companies only add to the confusion and the essential purpose of medicine is often left behind. All of this is a far cry from the original doctors who are responsible for the

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Looking to deepen your sense of wonder? Then this book is for you

Typically when we think of living a sacramental life, we immediately think of the seven sacraments. While that is not wrong, we often miss a much larger sacramental experience that encompasses everything we do. [featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] This is what Regis Martin, professor of theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville, sets out to correct in his

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An inside look at my new book on Skellig Michael for #StarWarsDay

[featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] With the release of latest Star Wars films, the ancient monastery atop Skellig Michael has enchanted the world with its beautiful vistas and mysterious history. While much has been written about the architectural feats achieved by the monks on the lonely island, little has been discussed about the daily life of the religious

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“Computer geek” takes one more step toward sainthood

[featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] Such an inspiring story about a modern-day saint who is a perfect inspiration for young teenagers. Wether you knew it or not, you probably have seen his panels on Eucharistic Miracles come to your parish. Here is my article about him at Aleteia: On Thursday, November 24, 2016, Cardinal Angelo Scola closed the

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The first Thanksgiving in America was a Catholic Mass

[featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] I bet you didn’t learn this at school! Check out the full article at Aleteia: Did you know that the first “thanksgiving” meal in the United States was not celebrated by the Pilgrims in Plymouth, but by Spanish settlers, in what became Florida? And that first “Thanksgiving” was Eucharistic! Historian Dr. Michael Gannon

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