Summary of Dilexit Nos: On the Human and Divine Love of the Heart of Jesus Christ by Pope Francis

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...]

Catholic Summary of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien

Background J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit, or There and Back Again is a cornerstone of fantasy literature, infused with the moral and spiritual insights of Tolkien’s deep Catholic faith. Written while Tolkien was at Pembroke College, Oxford, and … [Read more...]