Several months ago, I had the great pleasure of reading Matthew Kelly’s “The Four Signs of a Dynamic Catholic,” a terrific book identifying the four unique characteristics of what Kelly referred to as “dynamic Catholics,” those parishioners who are the … Continue reading
I recently finished reading C.S. Lewis’ science fiction novel Perelandra, the second book in his Space Trilogy. In the first book, Out of the Silent Planet, the main character, Elwin Ransom, traveled to the planet Mars, known as Malacandra to … Continue reading
I have an observation to make, but before I go on, there are just a few things that I want to make very clear. First off, this is all based on my own experience, and should not be taken as … Continue reading
I have a confession to make. This little fact is my biggest accomplishment so far this year, but it’s also my biggest shame. What is it? I have finally read the Bible from cover to cover. I have to admit, … Continue reading
Over the years, I have heard many people refer to this rapidly growing phenomenon in education: teaching to the test. I have heard many educators complain about the inefficiency of teaching in this manner, how teachers find themselves tailoring lessons … Continue reading
As I’m sure everyone is perfectly aware, the east coast of the United States has been pummeled with just about every form of precipitation known to man over the past two days. Finally, the storm has passed us, leaving us … Continue reading
A few days ago the Gospel reading at daily Mass was the account of the woman with hemorrhages (you can read the entire passage here– it’s verses 25 to 34). According to the version found in Mark, which provides a … Continue reading
Recently, I spent the weekend in Washington, DC, and I had the opportunity to attend Mass at the parish near my boyfriend’s house, St. Jerome’s. I have been there several times in the past, but as I sat in the … Continue reading
Most of the time, when I say the word ‘epiphany,’ I just get funny looks. It’s not a word that is well known, even among practicing Catholics. In many parishes, the feast day that is traditionally called the Epiphany goes … Continue reading
“Fairy tales do not tell children that dragons exist. Children already know that dragons exist. Fairy tales tell children that dragons can be killed.” – G. K. Chesterton When I was in college, I was assigned one of the most … Continue reading
Love in the Little Things 