A reflection on renewing prayer in a season of spiritual dryness. In a year marked by boredom and uncertainty, this piece encourages us to deepen our relationship with God by trying new forms of prayer, resting in His presence, and boldly bringing our desires before Him. Whether through silence, Scripture, or structured tools, the key is consistency and trust—knowing that God always meets us with love.

In the middle of heartbreak, doubt, and silence, one honest moment changed everything.

This reflection invites you to embrace the journey of cultivating a personal prayer practice—no matter where you’re starting from. Through gentle encouragement, practical tips, and a spirit of patience, it shows how small, intentional steps can open a space for deeper connection with God. Prayer is not about perfection but about curiosity, flexibility, and the joy of growing in faith day by day.

Peace isn’t found in perfect circumstances—it’s rooted in something deeper, something unshakable. True peace comes from God’s constant presence, not from control or comfort. When we let go of what we can’t hold onto and anchor ourselves in what is eternal, we find the quiet strength to carry peace through anything.

When Franny Glass clings to the Jesus Prayer in Franny and Zooey, she unknowingly mirrors a growing body of research: prayer helps calm the soul. This article explores how contemplative practices—like the Jesus Prayer, gratitude, and the rosary—can reduce stress, foster surrender, and deepen our awareness of God’s presence in everyday life.

Belonging means inviting others just as they are, not asking them to fit in. It grows from deep listening, creating safe, culturally aware spaces, and choosing love and acceptance. Belonging calls us to embrace differences and build communities rooted in compassion and mutual respect.

A personal testimony to the lasting power of Ignatian spirituality. Through seven key practices, from praying the Examen to seeing God in all things—this reflection shows how Ignatius' centuries-old wisdom offers guidance for everyday life. Rooted in prayer, discernment, and love in action, Ignatian spirituality invites us into a deeper relationship with Jesus, reminding us we are loved, never alone, and called to live for others.

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.

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.

This reflection challenges our noisy, hyperconnected culture by inviting us to rediscover silence—not as absence, but as a sacred space for rest, empathy, and encounter with God. It reminds us that in the quiet, we come home to ourselves and to the voice of the One who dwells within.

This reflection invites us to begin our days not with noise, but with nourishment—through books that awaken wonder, peace, and presence. By turning first to beauty and wisdom, we reconnect with what’s true and grounding before entering the rush of the world.

An exploration of loneliness as a profound human condition that reveals our essential need for love, connection, and relationship, showing that we are inherently made for intimacy, not isolation.

When mindfulness brought calm but not healing, I discovered centering prayer — not just a way inward, but a way home. Where meditation ended with self, centering prayer brought me to Someone Else: Christ, waiting in love. It’s not about performance, but presence. In stillness, I found not emptiness — but grace.

A simple app that invites you to pause, release stress, and reconnect with God in the middle of your day.

This article offers hope for those with anxiety by sharing Bible verses that remind us God is with us, provides peace beyond understanding, and invites us to cast our worries on Him. Trusting God helps us find comfort and courage in life’s challenges.

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.

Parenting often feels like a never-ending list of tasks—but what if peace isn’t found in crossing everything off, but in slowing down and reordering our hearts? This reflection invites us to loosen our grip on perfection, embrace grace, and discover how God’s presence can transform our homes from places of pressure into places of rest.

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

This reflection shares how a month of daily Ignatian Examen prayer deepened awareness of God’s presence, turning routine gratitude into Spirit-led reflection. It invites us to notice small blessings, embrace emotions, and set daily intentions that move us from doing to being in God’s love.

This reflection encourages cultivating a lifestyle of gratitude through presence and intentionality. By noticing daily gifts and expressing thanks to others, we deepen our awareness of God’s love. Gratitude grows slowly but transforms our hearts toward joy and connection with the world around us.

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.

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 vulnerable personal testimony of encountering Christ in the depths of mental illness. This story offers hope and solidarity to those struggling with depression or bipolar disorder, revealing how God’s presence can bring peace, purpose, and healing in the midst of suffering.

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.

Inspiring insights on faith, love, and the trials and triumphs of the spiritual life.

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.

A meditative prayer of surrendering the things we cannot control.

Learn how to bring alignment between who you are and what you do every day. This simple practice will lead you to greater peace, presence, and meaningful productivity.