Weekly Inspiration: Nothing is Wasted

Weekly Inspiration: Nothing is Wasted

I recently attended a talk in which the religious sister presenting shared a profound story about St. Gianna Beretta Molla, the twentieth century Italian saint. St. Gianna, upon finishing medical school, wished to join her Capuchin brother in Brazil as a medical...
Weekly Inspiration: What I Thought I Wanted

Weekly Inspiration: What I Thought I Wanted

Aren’t birthdays great opportunities for a little introspection, some reflection, and a bit of a check-in with yourself? I celebrated my birthday a few weeks ago, and as I was praying that morning, a quote I saw on social media kept coming to mind: I am so thankful I...
Weekly Inspiration: Magdalene’s Invitation

Weekly Inspiration: Magdalene’s Invitation

Have you ever meditated with the Scriptures by pondering the point of view of a character in the story? During Holy Week, it has become a tradition for me to ponder the Last Supper, Passion, Death, and Resurrection of the Lord through the point of view of Mary...
Weekly Inspiration: Salt of the Earth

Weekly Inspiration: Salt of the Earth

Have you ever stopped to think about salt? I love to cook, bake, and experiment in the kitchen, so I spend more time thinking about salt—the different kinds of salt, their flavors, textures, and other properties, if something is too salty or needs just the smallest...
Weekly Inspiration: Grateful in All Circumstances

Weekly Inspiration: Grateful in All Circumstances

Yesterday in the United States, we celebrated Thanksgiving—a day set aside for gathering with family and friends to enjoy each other and reflect on all we have with gratitude. While it is wonderful that our culture sets aside a day to communally give thanks, as...