I have to admit I was quite intimidated at first. I was honored, as well, but mostly intimidated. It’s not every day that a writer, even one with several books, and more than 30 years of media experience under her … Continue reading
We’re all called to evangelize by virtue of our baptism, but what’s the most effective way to do that? During the Advent-Christmas season, or any time for that matter, how can we evangelize without having a co-worker, or even family … Continue reading
St. Teresa of Ávila, the great mystic and Doctor of the Church, said: “You pay God a compliment by asking great things of him.” In addition to the wonderful words of wisdom from my patron and favorite saint, whose feast … Continue reading
“Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things.” Philippians 4:8 What a perfect Scripture verse to contemplate as … Continue reading
“And from his fullness have we all received grace upon grace.” John 1:16 We just walked the Way of the Cross this past Holy Week, and made our way to the empty tomb, and yet, as John 1:16 proclaims, God … Continue reading
There is a story about my patron and favorite saint, the great female doctor of the Church, Teresa of Avila, and it’s centered on her encouraging her fellow Carmelites after they received the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The story goes that … Continue reading
In the summer of 1979, I was blessed to be one of a handful of broadcast journalism students to be selected for a highly coveted news internship at WJR Radio in my hometown of Detroit. The internship was considered a … Continue reading
Today we said “arreverdci“ to St. Claire and St. Francis and their town of Assisi, and headed to Cascia to learn more about St. Rita. St. Rita was an Augustinian nun who experienced the stigmata. Numerous miracles are attributed to … Continue reading
The cliché “God’s Country” isn’t normally associated with a great place to visit. But it takes on an entirely different meaning under the Tuscan sun. This truly is God’s country, because there is no other explanation for the breathtaking and … Continue reading
I am not a singer by any means. But ever since the first full day of our WINE (Women in the New Evangelization) WINE and Shrine Pilgrimage began, I can’t get that familiar tune out of my head and my … Continue reading
