New Articles Every Monday
New Articles Every Monday
When Once We Were Heroes
One of the most haunting images during the COVID-19 pandemic was the “blackout map” — a grim graphic showing U.S. dioceses turning black as bishops suspended public Masses and lifted the Sunday obligation in the name of public health. Sunday after Sunday, the map darkened, and with it, the heartbeat of the Church’s public worship dimmed.
The White Tree Withered
“Gondor did not fall in a single battle. It eroded under the weight of forgotten courage, political fear, and a love of comfort over mission. Stewardship replaced sacrifice. Titles endured, but conviction did not.”
In some corners of the Church today, the White Tree still stands — but does it bloom?
June 1, The Sacred Heart of Jesus
The secular world touts June as “Pride Month”, a month for rejoicing in homosexual behavior. A month to relish in such sexual sins. This June, let us try something different. Let us aim for conversion of heart such that when people see you they can’t help but also see the love of Christ.
Dangerous Prayers
"Dangerous prayers" are those that challenge us, transform us, and often lead to unexpected, sometimes difficult, spiritual growth.
The Toll Booth to Everywhere
Like a mirage an old Pontiac slowly lurches forward, unsure if I too am a mirage in this booth. The Pontiac comes to a halt. The driver’s a woman, late thirties maybe. Sunglasses, lipstick, funeral-black dress. She rolls down the window and stares straight ahead. She doesn't speak.
I slide open the panel.
“Arm.”
She doesn’t argue. Just shifts in her seat as if rethinking every decision that led her here and slowly stretches out her arm through the window like it’s a toll ticket.
The Diviner hums. One drop of blood, and it begins.
We have a…book!
Three Years in the Desert
Because what do you say after three years of writing about purity in a world that mocks it? What do you say after praying through the lives of thirty souls who bled, burned, wept, and waited—just to remain faithful?
You say thank you.
Behind the Curtain
The last scene is written. The final cue is marked.
The Cross has been lifted—and I am undone.