Here’s a summary of Grace by Fr. Garrigou-Lagrange, focusing on my favourite theological insight from each chapter and presenting them in a way that ties into contemporary theological interests: Chapter 1: Definition and Nature of … [Read more...]
Summary of Grace: Commentary on the Summa Theologiae of St. Thomas, Ia IIae, q.109-114, by Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange, OP
November 1, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Summary of Dilexit Nos: On the Human and Divine Love of the Heart of Jesus Christ by Pope Francis
October 24, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Introduction Dilexit Nos ("He Loved Us") is an encyclical issued by Pope Francis on October 24, 2024, during the 12th year of his pontificate. With this document, Pope Francis invites the faithful to deepen their devotion to the Sacred Heart of … [Read more...]
Summary and Review of Mr. Blue by Myles Connolly
October 4, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Myles Connolly’s Mr. Blue is a simple yet thought-provoking novel that introduces us to J. Blue, a modern-day mystic whose life embodies a radical Catholic vision of the world. Through the eyes of an unnamed narrator, we follow Blue’s joyful yet … [Read more...]
Summary and Review of Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become like him. Do as he did. by John Mark Comer
September 28, 2024 by Leave a Comment
In Practicing the Way, John Mark Comer hits on one of life’s biggest questions: Who’s your rabbi? And no, he's not talking about joining a synagogue—he’s asking what or who is really shaping your life. Whether it’s our culture, social media, or our … [Read more...]
Summary of Healing: Bringing the Gift of God’s Mercy to the World by Dr. Mary Healy
September 25, 2024 by 3 Comments
In "Healing: Bringing the Gift of God’s Mercy to the World," Dr. Mary Healy provides a compelling, faith-filled examination of the role of healing within the Christian tradition, particularly as it relates to evangelization and the mercy of God. … [Read more...]
How to Pray with Scripture: The RAP Method by Fr. Rich Conlin
September 17, 2024 by 1 Comment
The RAP Method is my personal way to pray with Scripture. Traditionally called lectio divina, which means “divine reading” in Latin, the RAP method is a “lectio divina for beginners” based on three simple steps: Read, Ask, Pray. Start by … [Read more...]
The “One Thing” by Fr. Richy Rich
September 12, 2024 by Leave a Comment
https://youtu.be/BWf4Sf6jPto (Verse 1) Yo, life is busy, everybody’s on the run, Chasin' after "many things" but missin' the One. Like Martha in the kitchen, caught up in the grind, Tryin' to do it all, but leaving the Lord behind. … [Read more...]
Praying with Scripture | Part 3 | Homily for 23rd Sunday
September 9, 2024 by Leave a Comment
https://youtu.be/6W29PKbZ_5c Last weekend, I shared a story about the “one thing” my grandpa left me shortly before his death. It was this - a small sticky note that read: Eccles 2:11. When I read this “one thing” from Ecclesiastes, … [Read more...]
Praying with Scripture | Part 2 | Homily for 22nd Sunday
September 3, 2024 by 1 Comment
Click here to watch the YouTube video. I've got a question for you. A question that will bring some of you confusion, others great joy or guilt: What's your "one thing"? For those who are confused, don’t worry; I’ll explain the purpose of … [Read more...]
Summary and Review of The One Thing by Gary Keller
August 29, 2024 by 3 Comments
Gary Keller's "The One Thing" provides a clear framework for achieving extraordinary results through focused effort. Keller encourages readers to identify the "one thing" or single most important task that will have the greatest impact on their goals … [Read more...]
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