Trusting God means stepping into the unknown, even when it feels risky or uncertain. This reflection shows how, like Abraham’s journey, surrendering personal dreams opens the way for unexpected blessings. True faith grows when holding less tightly to plans and more deeply to God’s promise of something greater ahead.

This article reminds us that most of our lives are lived in the valleys—not the mountaintops. In those quieter, harder places, we learn what love really costs and how Christ walks closely with us there. Desolation isn’t a failure—it’s a hidden invitation to grow, to stay faithful, and to become more like Him.

We imagine sainthood as grand, heroic, far-off. But holiness begins in the ordinary—in dishwashing and diaper-changing, in showing up and staying present. Like the slow steps of a pilgrimage, grace meets us moment by moment. You don’t have to go far. Holiness is here. Holiness is now.

An invitation to contemplate the nature of love, and how it shapes the way we live.

Formed by scarcity and shaped by generosity, this story traces a journey of unlearning fear and embracing stewardship. Through personal trials, cross-cultural contrasts, and faithful friendships, we glimpse how money reveals the posture of our hearts—and how trust in God’s provision transforms it into a means for joy, mission, and contentment.

Struggling to build habits, the author discovers “max cueing”—a speech therapy concept that values responding to prompts over perfection. By treating daily stress as a cue to pray, they find grace in small responses. A hopeful take on forming spiritual habits through mercy, not mastery.

In the rush of daily life, it’s easy to miss the quiet beauty around us. This reflection draws on the Ignatian practice of the daily examen to help us notice where God is gently present — in small joys, in moments of growth, even in our shortcomings. Through stories of spiritual awakening and honest self-awareness, we’re invited to rediscover how love begins with paying attention.

A clear, compelling introduction to the core beliefs of the Christian faith.

Feeling restless or unsure of your purpose? You're not alone. Sometimes God's call isn’t in big moves or loud revelations, but in the quiet work of loving well—right where we are. Through silence, trust, and small acts of faithfulness, we begin to see that the ordinary is often where our truest purpose is revealed.

The Holy Spirit, often overlooked, is a divine person who actively guides, strengthens, and sustains us. By making room in our hearts and inviting the Spirit daily, we grow in trust, recognize God’s presence, and discern His will—experiencing love, peace, and courage in ordinary moments.

Forgiveness is not about letting go for our sake alone — it’s about choosing love in the face of pain. It’s about restoring what’s broken, even when justice is still unfolding. True forgiveness costs us something — pride, control, even safety — but it also sets us free to love again, and become whole.

In a year marked by joy, upheaval, and deep sorrow, I wrestled with uncertainty and sought solace in God’s presence. Through illness, isolation, and loss, I discovered the quiet strength of wonder and awe. Though suffering persists, hope remains—fiercely fought for, deeply felt, and sustained only by grace.

What if the key to a deeper prayer life was simply setting better goals? Fr. Mark-Mary shares a step-by-step method—rooted in the same strategy that helped build Google—to grow your prayer life with intention. With simple, steady habits, you’ll learn to love prayer, embrace silence, and listen more deeply to God.

What if your deepest wounds could lead you to deeper intimacy with God?

Embrace the courage to confront your inner world and discover the transformative power of vulnerability

A practical guide to recovering peace, clarity, and connection with God in the chaos of modern life.

Have you felt stuck in your faith—like you said yes to Jesus, but somewhere along the way, things stalled? This free guide offers a gentle path forward. Through small, daily rhythms rooted in a Rule of Life, you'll rediscover what it means to walk with Jesus—and live the abundant life He promised.

An honest account of addiction, shame, and redemption. This testimony shares how one man encountered the mercy of Jesus and found lasting freedom from pornography. It offers hope to those who feel stuck and speaks to the power of vulnerability, confession, and grace on the journey toward wholeness.

Sundays used to blur by in bars and on couches—comfort numbing conviction. Will felt stuck, disconnected from God, others, even himself. But Exodus cracked something open. In the quiet and detachment, he began to feel again—to listen. What he found wasn’t just discipline. It was a deeper hunger for Christ—and real freedom.

When faith feels distant and ordinary life takes over, we may wonder if the Gospel still speaks. This reflection shares how quiet habits—rooted in ancient wisdom—can gently rebuild what was lost. In the slow, unseen rhythms of prayer and presence, we rediscover a spiritual life that is restful, rooted, and deeply resilient.

This video shares a simple midday prayer habit called the 3x5 Examen: give thanks for five things, reflect on five faults, and ask God’s help for five upcoming challenges. With just a notecard and five minutes, this daily pause can powerfully reorient your heart toward grace and growth.

A practical and prayerful guide to inviting Jesus into your money decisions. With relatable insights and gentle challenges, this article encourages a shift from control and anxiety to stewardship and surrender.

Discover the inspiring stories of holy men and women you may not have heard of.

Helping our kids discover who they are, and whose they are.

Helping families reconnect, one question at a time.

Raise money-wise kids with simple habits that last a lifetime.

Helping your kids step into the world starts with helping them know who they are.

Create intentionality in your long-term relationship and reconnect with your partner.

The life of Brother Lawrence discovering profound peace, happiness, and serenity.

This reflection explores how reason and observation can lead us to believe in God’s existence through St. Thomas Aquinas’ Five Ways. It offers a starting point for those wrestling with doubt, showing that faith is not blind—but an invitation to seek, wonder, and enter into relationship with a loving Creator.

What feels like loss may just be the beginning of real life.

Discover the surprising place where true joy begins.

A story of healing and encountering the power of Jesus in an unexpected way.

The call to sainthood is for all of us, learn how to walk the path with purpose.

How one saint’s courage awakened my call to justice.

Finding healing and strength, one small gift of hope at a time.