There is a story about my patron and favorite saint, the great female doctor of the Church, Teresa of Avila, and it’s centered on her encouraging her fellow Carmelites after they received the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The story goes that as the sisters would come
When does Lent start? March 1st! Are you ready? Well, ready or not, Lent is literally right around the corner. It’s hard to believe as many of us, myself included, are still trying to pack away those Christmas decorations. However, since Ash Wednesday will be
“If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” 2 Chronicles 7:14 “The only hope for
