No Need to Fake It: Learning to Teach Like Jesus
Jesus is the perfect model for every catechist. By looking at the way He welcomed others, built relationships, and modeled a life of prayer, we can learn to teach with greater confidence and trust in God. He is the Divine Teacher.
Come away with me
Planning a meaningful Catholic retreat begins with prayer and ends with trusting the Holy Spirit. This reflection offers practical guidance for creating retreats that meet young people where they are, keep the Gospel at the center, and make space for a genuine encounter with Jesus.
Effective Catechesis: More Than Teaching the Faith
Effective catechesis is about more than teaching the truths of our Catholic faith—it is about forming disciples. This reflection offers practical encouragement for catechists seeking to help others encounter Jesus, grow in prayer, recognize their place in God’s great story, and freely choose to follow Him.
Forty Days to Greatness
I have a love-hate relationship with Lent. Each year, I dread its coming, yet by the end of the season, I am renewed. The truth is, I know I need it. I know I rely on the world, material things, and comforts more than I should. Pope Benedict XVI said, “the world offers you comfort, but you were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness.” The only way to obtain the greatness for which we were made is by total reliance on God. Lent is necessary in order for me to decrease so that God can increase in my life.
St. Valentine’s Day
The Church teaches us that the saints are those who have modeled a life of holiness and we believe are now with the Father in heaven. St. Valentine was a priest in Rome during the 3rd century. He wrote letters from prison and entitled them “From your Valentine.” For this reason, we share Valentine’s cards and gifts with those we love in honor of his memory and the love he shared.