Why I Stopped Apologizing for My Faith
Look, I'm Gonna Say It About three months ago, I was at a conference in Austin. You know the kind—lots of suits, even more coffee,...
Why I Stopped Apologizing for My Faith
Let's Get Something Straight I'm not a saint. I'm not some kind of perfect Catholic who's got it all figured out. I'm just a guy...
The Quiet Crisis in Catholic Schools: Why Enrollment is Dropping and What We Can...
My Wake-Up Call It was 2015, I was at a conference in Austin, and I heard a statistic that stopped me cold. A speaker mentioned...
Why I Stopped Apologizing for My Faith
Enough with the Apologies Look, I'm gonna be honest here. I used to be one of those people who'd apologize for their faith. Like, literally...
The Quiet Crisis in Catholic Parishes: Why Are We Failing at Community?
My Parish, My Problem Look, I'm gonna be honest here. I've been a Catholic for 47 years, and something's been bugging me for a while...
Why I Stopped Pretending to Understand the Nicene Creed
My Creed Crisis Look, I grew up Catholic. Like, full-on, every-Sunday-and-holy-day-of-obligation Catholic. But let's be real—there was a lot I didn't get. And honestly? I...
Why I Stopped Pretending to Understand the Nicene Creed
My Creed Crisis Look, I grew up Catholic. Like, full-on, every-Sunday-and-holy-day-of-obligation Catholic. But let’s be real—there was a lot I didn’t get. And honestly? I...
The Quiet Crisis in Catholic Education: Why We’re Failing Our Kids
Confessions of a Catholic School Dropout Look, I’m gonna be honest here. I was a Catholic school kid. All 12 years of it. St. Mary’s...
The Quiet Crisis in Catholic Education: Why We’re Failing Our Kids
Confessions of a Catholic School Dropout Look, I'm gonna be honest here. I was a Catholic school kid. All 12 years of it. St. Mary's...
The Quiet Crisis in Church Volunteering: Why Are We Burning Out?
I’m Tired, You’re Tired, We’re All Tired I remember it like it was yesterday. June 12th, 2015. St. Mary’s Parish in Portland. I was sitting...
The Quiet Crisis in Our Churches: Why Are We Still Sitting in the Pews?
I'm Frankly Tired of the Same Old Song and Dance Look, I've been a Catholic my whole life. Baptized at St. Mary's in Chicago, confirmed...
The Quiet Crisis in Catholic Family Life
I'm Worried About Us Look, I'm not one for doom and gloom. Honestly, I try to stay positive. But last Tuesday, I was at St....
The Quiet Crisis in Church Volunteering: Why Are We Burning Out?
My Wake-Up Call It was a Tuesday night, about three months ago, at St. Mary’s Parish in Chicago. I was sitting in the back of...
The Quiet Crisis in Catholic Community Engagement
I’m Tired of Empty Pews Look, I’m gonna be honest here. I’ve been writing about faith and spirituality for over two decades, and I’m tired....
The Quiet Crisis in Catholic Parishes: Why Are We All So Exhausted?
It Hit Me Last Tuesday I was at St. Margaret's in Chicago, sitting in the back like I always do, when it hit me. Father...
The Quiet Crisis in Catholic Parishes: Why Are We All So Exhausted?
It Hit Me Last Tuesday I was at St. Margaret's in Chicago, sitting in the back like I always do, when it hit me. Father...
The Intersection of Faith and Modern Society: Navigating the Contemporary Religious Landscape
The Evolving Role of Religion in Today's World The role of religion in modern society is a complex and multifaceted topic. As the world becomes...
The Intersection of Faith and Fashion: Dressing Modestly in the Modern World
The Significance of Modesty in Catholic Faith The Catholic faith places a strong emphasis on modesty, which is deeply rooted in the teachings of the...
The Intersection of Faith and Fashion: Dressing Modestly in the Modern World
The Significance of Modesty in Catholic Faith The Catholic faith places a strong emphasis on modesty, which is deeply rooted in the teachings of the...
The Intersection of Faith and Modern Finance: A Catholic Perspective
The Call for Financial Stewardship in Catholicism The Catholic faith places a significant emphasis on stewardship, which includes the responsible management of financial resources. This...
The Role of Faith in Modern Society: A Catholic Perspective
The Enduring Significance of Faith In an increasingly secular world, the role of faith might seem diminished. However, for millions of Catholics and other believers,...
The Intersection of Faith and Professional Life: A Catholic Perspective
The Call to Holiness in the Workplace The Catholic faith teaches that every aspect of life is an opportunity to grow closer to God. This...
The Intersection of Faith and Modern Life: Finding Balance in a Fast-Paced World
The Role of Faith in Contemporary Society In an era dominated by rapid technological advancements and a fast-paced lifestyle, the role of faith and spirituality...
The Intersection of Faith and Daily Life: Finding Spirituality in the Mundane
The Role of Faith in Everyday Activities Faith is not confined to the walls of a church or the pages of a sacred text. It...
The Intersection of Faith and Daily Life: Finding Spirituality in the Mundane
The Importance of Spirituality in Everyday Life In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s easy to overlook the spiritual aspects that can bring...
The Intersection of Faith and Modern Culture: Finding Spirituality in Unexpected Places
The Evolving Landscape of Faith The landscape of faith is continually evolving, adapting to the changes in society and culture. As the world becomes more...
The Intersection of Faith and Modern Life: Navigating Spirituality in a Digital Age
The Evolution of Faith in the Digital Era The landscape of faith and spirituality is undergoing a significant transformation in the digital age. With the...