“You never know what God has in store!”

“You never know what God has in store!”

Chicago, IL. One of the greatest (and occasionally, scariest!) parts of being a Christian are the surprises that God has for us almost every day. As Pope Francis reminded us July 2018, “…the grace of God often presents itself to us in surprising ways,...
“Child’s Play”

“Child’s Play”

St. Paul, MN.  We often use the phrase “child’s play” to describe a task that is easy. But sometimes our evangelizing efforts are literally child’s play, when we send out small, joyful children to share the saving message of Jesus Christ....
“Learning from Our Mistakes”

“Learning from Our Mistakes”

Suwanee, GA  We all make mistakes. It’s one of the great lessons in humility when we mess something up and need to step forward and take responsibility. While most of us try to hide our mistakes (although hopefully not from God or our confessors), there are...
“The Power of the Eucharist”

“The Power of the Eucharist”

Minnetonka, MN. Until every person knows that the Holy Eucharist is the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus Christ, then our work is not done. Many know this truth, but for whatever reason, they’ve chosen to place other things in front of it and stop...

September 18, 2019

“Timeless Truth”

“Timeless Truth”

Boise, ID. So many false notions of God and truth are floating around out in the world today. And people don’t even know they are falsehoods. St. Norbert once said to the people of Antwerp, “Unwittingly you have pursued falsehood thinking it to be truth....
“Comforting the Afflicted”

“Comforting the Afflicted”

Philadelphia, PA. One of the seven spiritual works of mercy is to comfort the afflicted. Today’s story features a Deacon and a team leader doing just that: comforting two homeless men who need some kindness, encouragement, and a little catechesis.   The...
”What does Mary look like?”

”What does Mary look like?”

Royal Oak, MI. This story comes from SPSE evangelist Anne: Joe started our longer conversation this way after watching us evangelize for a little while. He sat in the outdoor seating of the coffee shop. I went to the edge of the seating area and offered him a rosary...
“Called to be Faithful”

“Called to be Faithful”

San Diego, CA. Balboa Park in San Diego is an amazing place situated on 1200 acres of land. It’s a refuge for residents and visitors alike so they can relax and enjoy God’s creation. It boasts over 16 museums, several performing arts venues, trails,...

September 11, 2019