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As the magi from the East followed their star and found Jesus, who filled their hearts with boundless joy, let us too, even in hours of uncertainty, of shadows, of darkness like those the magi had, not fail to follow … Continue reading
Another take on family planning
I was shocked to read John Zmirak’s explanation for why we should not question the use of NFP among the financially prosperous. Let’s look at the duty of almsgiving to the poor–something Our Lord talked about more than almost anything else … Continue reading
All Saints Day
One thing I love about today is an extra chance to pray the Litany of the Saints. Most gracious God, through the intercession of all the Saints, save us from our sin and enable us to bring heaven to earth … Continue reading
True Story of the Anglican Ordinariate
Well, maybe not the true story, but pretty funny.
Tomb of Mary
All history and theology and whatever else aside, I find the veneration of the Blessed Mother’s tomb to be one of the delightful ironies of Catholicism given the emphasis some circles place on the absence of her bodily remains. Perhaps … Continue reading
Fertility Awareness: It’s Not Just for Married Women
Every woman who has a fertility cycle should understand it–in all of its gory, glorious details–regardless of her need for family planning. This is a truth that I stumbled upon out of necessity, and it changed my life dramatically. I was … Continue reading
Using NFP While on the Pill: Reality
Searching for my post on taking NFP classes while on the pill? Check here. The post below was written in response to NFP proponents who were suggesting that one should use NFP even if on the pill. It isn’t especially helpful for … Continue reading
Why I am an NFP cheerleader
The lovely Katarina brought it to my attention that I am an NFP cheerleader. I had to stop and think about her assumption because I have never thought of myself as such. A promoter of NFP? Certainly. After all, I … Continue reading
The Good Thing About Confession
One of the very good things about the Sacrament of Reconciliation is that it really does not matter what the priest hearing one’s confession happens to think. I am scheduled to have surgery on Thursday. The chance of death is … Continue reading