Litany of Self-Love (for Youth)

This litany is adapted from The Face of Mercy's litany of self-love. In praying the original litany with students, I found myself wanting to rework several of the lines so they would speak more directly to the pressures and struggles young people … [Read more...]

The War Is Over; the Battles Are Not | D-Day Plus 1 and the Christian Life

1. D-Day: The Day That Decided World War II On June 6, 1944, Allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy in the largest amphibious invasion in history. The cost was immense, the fighting brutal, and thousands died before nightfall. Although … [Read more...]

Summary and Review of Miracles Do Happen by Sr. Briege McKenna

Sister Briege McKenna’s life is itself a testimony to the truth proclaimed in the title of her book: miracles really do happen. For more than 25 years—following her own dramatic healing from crippling arthritis—Sr. Briege has carried a ministry of … [Read more...]

Catholic High School Confession Guide: A Complete Examination of Conscience (Based on the 7 Deadly Sins)

Before You Begin This guide, adapted specifically for high school students, helps you prepare for the Sacrament of Reconciliation by examining some of the most common grave (mortal) sins connected to the Seven Deadly Sins. (If you notice any … [Read more...]

Advent Prayer Before Mass (Adapted from St. Thomas Aquinas)

Almighty and ever-living God, as Your Church waits in hopeful longing for the coming of Your Son, I come to the sacrament of Jesus Christ, my Savior and my King. I come weary to the God who gives rest, cold to the fire of divine … [Read more...]