The Way of the Cross is the way of love. It was love that urged Jesus some two thousand years ago to embrace his cross, carry it to Golgotha, and offer himself completely as a gift of love for our salvation. He was not forced to do this. He is God. In an instant,...
Why is it called βStationsβ of the Cross? In English, the word βstationsβ refers to places people stop as they wait for the next step in their journey. We might think of a train or bus stationβa place where we wait for a vehicle to come and take us to our destination....
Most of us did not grow up with specific training in the virtues. We learned the alphabet and multiplication tables. When we were older, we were exposed to more complex science, literature, and history. Many of us went off to university, where we learned a lot of...
When speaking at marriage retreats, I like asking the married couples two questions: βHow many of you value your spouse?β At this, all of them raise their hands. Then I ask a second question: βHow many of you do things that hurt your spouse?β Most laugh, and then all...
Beth: Marriage has a way of drawing out the best and the worst of usβand thatβs all a part of the beautiful process of what God wants to do in us through this sacrament. It reminds me of bone broth. Each December, we buy from some Benedictine sisters here in Colorado...
There is a journey God wants to take you on in marriage. He uses your vocation, more than almost anything else, to form you, shape you, mold you, sanctify you. Jesus doesnβt just want to meet you in the chapel, in the sacraments, or in your daily prayer time. One of...
Currently reading The Good, The Messy, and the Beautiful. I'm glad the two of you purchased that laptop!
I listened this morning and it's so good! I've been married 22 years and I'm learning so much. I plan to share these episodes with my young adult children, both of whom have significant others. Thank you all for sharing! May God bless you in your respective vocations and ministries.
My husband and I listened to it today and took copious notes as we are getting ready to lead Pre-Cana in our parish! Loved it, and can’t wait for part 2!
GbU all abundantly!
You guys are so blessed with such a beauty in the middle !!! βοΈ♥οΈβοΈ
Loved part 1. Learned so much about marriage even though I've been married for years. New perspective on the meaning of covenant.