Our Lady Knew How to Listen
In this Catholic reflection on Luke 11:27–28, Maria considers how Mary’s example can help us listen to God, trust him with our families, and put his word into practice.
Who Gets to Belong?
In Galatians 3:7–14, Paul says that faith makes us children of Abraham. Annie reflects on her husband’s conversion to Catholicism and the small ways a parish can help newcomers feel they belong.
What Keeps Us Knocking?
This Catholic reflection on Luke 11:5–13 explores persistence in prayer, unanswered requests, and the Holy Spirit’s help as we care for others.
Who Is Included in Our Daily Bread?
This Catholic reflection on Luke 11:1–4 explores how Jesus teaches us to pray for daily bread, seek forgiveness, and care for the needs of others.
I Was So Sure I Was Right
This Catholic reflection on Galatians 1:13–24 explores Paul’s conversion and invites us to question our certainty, admit mistakes, and welcome change in others.
I Was Hoping “Neighbor” Meant Someone Else
Who is my neighbor when someone gets on my nerves? This Catholic reflection on Luke 10:25–37 explores the Good Samaritan’s call to show mercy, practice patience, and love people we find difficult.
What Are My Children Learning From Me?
What do children learn from the way we live our faith? Reflecting on Isaiah 5:1–7, Maria considers Catholic parenting, family traditions, and the daily example parents give through patience, fairness, forgiveness, and love.
Can I Rejoice Without Having Done Anything?
In Luke 10:17–20, Jesus tells the disciples to rejoice that their names are written in heaven. Annie reflects on measuring a day by what she accomplished and learning to rest in the joy of belonging to God.
Who Are the Little Ones I Overlook?
For the Memorial of the Holy Guardian Angels, reflect on Matthew 18 and Jesus’ call to notice, welcome, and care for the “little ones” we often overlook.
Shake the Dust Off Your Feet
What does it mean to “shake the dust off your feet” when someone you love has left the Church? A mother reflects on Luke 10:1–12, praying for her grown son and learning when to speak, when to listen, and when to trust Jesus with what happens next.
