It began in 1995, simply as a way to bring Christmas joy to our neighbors.
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Walking through doors of hope and communion with the Christ Child Society
On a pilgrimage to Rome during this Jubilee Year of Hope, the experience of walking through holy doors transformed my thinking about doors in general. I began to focus less on their physicality and more on their purpose as a passage to a place beyond.
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Don’t let Christianity be hijacked by MAGA
Don’t let the Trump administration be the only public face of Christianity, while you retract your faith into privacy, hoping to avoid being associated with MAGA.
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Mary’s death in Christian art: Remembering her as more than a mother
When we honor Mary the mother, the moon who shines by the light of her son, we should also remember that her soul shone with its own light, too.
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Lessons from the apocalypse: Visiting the island where St. John wrote Revelation
In Patmos, I experienced the Book of Revelation in a different light, as a message of comfort and connection.
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The ministry that serves Catholic singles
Dating in one’s 30s, 40s and beyond can bring its own challenges, especially while juggling a full-time career. And for many, the dating apps simply are not working.
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Finding grace in the laundry room
Hope was right there in my hands, in the basic task of cleaning something dirty, of getting ready for tomorrow’s needs today.
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The Nativity isn’t cute or cozy. It should scandalize us.
It’s time to revisit the Christmas story
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A Catholic mom’s guide for having a less-materialistic Christmas
All the people I know who are worried about materialism swallowing up Christmas really just mean: “Presents are a big part of Christmas at our house, and that makes me feel weird.” Don’t feel weird.
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Caroling parties, snow days and gratitude journals: 24 unique ways to celebrate Advent
What can we do to make our hearts and our world ready for the coming of the Christ Child?