Category Archives: faith
Congratulations, Mary And Elizabeth!
A few years ago, my wife Eileen and I got the “crazy” idea that we should homeschool our daughters. They were in the sixth grade at the time, but we felt that the Lord was telling us we should … Continue reading
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A Prayer For An End To Worry
Earlier today, I discovered this prayer in a “Healing and Hope” prayer book published by the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. It may very well be the BEST prayer that I’ve ever seen on the subject of worry. If … Continue reading
Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?
Why would a loving God allow bad things to happen? Yesterday’s tragedy at the Boston Marathon certainly brings this question to the minds of many people. If God really loves us, why does He allow us to suffer? Why … Continue reading
10 Positive Things That Happen When We Pray
Why should I bother to pray? If you’re like me, you’ve probably asked yourself this question at least once in your life. Whether it’s motivated by the fact that “God already knows what I need” or by “God doesn’t … Continue reading
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Want To See An Example Of Pure, Childlike Faith?
“Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 18:3) Here is one of the most beautiful examples of childlike faith that you will ever see. Sadly, … Continue reading
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Habemus “Negativity”…Be Careful!
Habemus Papam! Those of us who love the Church are very excited that the Holy Spirit has provided us with another Vicar of Christ. Once again, the flock has a shepherd. Since we’re still in Lent, I’ll suppress my … Continue reading
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Are You Worried About The Future? Read This…
One of the biggest fears that people have is the fear of the unknown. “What if’s” are a frequent source of anxiety in the world today. How will I survive if this, that or the other thing happens to … Continue reading
Pope Benedict’s Resignation…Be Not Afraid!
Whenever I give a talk on anxiety, I ask the audience if they know what phrase Blessed Pope John Paul II used three times in his first speech as Holy Father. Invariably, several people cry out… “Be not afraid!” … Continue reading
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Give Up Worrying For Lent!
Since A Worrier’s Guide To The Bible was released, I’ve been doing a lot of speaking about anxiety. As I visit various parishes, I encounter many people who are worried about a variety of things. And I have to … Continue reading
Avoiding Advent Pitfalls
We’re all familiar with the main message of Advent: “PREPARE!” As we look back on past Advents, however, most of us have done a rather poor job preparing to welcome Christ. Sure, we’ve prepared for Christmas by buying gifts, … Continue reading
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