As expected, the Holy See announced on Saturday that former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick has been laicized, but what exactly does this mean?
The nation needs what we are
February 18
“The nation..doesn’t simply need what we have. It needs what we are.”
-St. Edith Stein
Today’s Reflection:
There are many ways in which the “feminine genius” is under attack in our day and time. From radical feminism, to gender confusion, to the aggressive attack on human life in the womb. How does St. Edith Stein’s quote above inspire you to bring your feminine genius and your unique gifts to our nation, and to the world?
Alive from New York: 4-D Ultrasound Coming to Times Square Jumbotron
On May 4, promoters of New York’s radical new abortion law will have no where to hide from the facts of life when the massive digital marquee in Times Square is lit up with the 4-D ultrasound of a third-trimester pregnancy that clearly shows just how alive and human are the babies the state’s new law is allowing to be killed.
The feminine genius
February 17
“The Church sees in Mary the highest expression of the ‘feminine genius.'”
-Letter to Women, Pope St. John Paul II
Today’s Reflection:
Have you given God permission to shape you into the woman He has made you to be? Ask Our Blessed Mother Mary to cultivate your “feminine genius.” Hold her hand and step into the fullness of your feminine vocation.
Every human being
February 16
“The moral and spiritual strength of a woman is joined to her awareness that God entrusts the human being to her in a special way. Of course, God entrusts every human being to each and every other human being. But this entrusting concerns women in a special way – precisely by reason of their femininity – and this in a particular way determines their vocation.”
-Mulieris Dignatatem, no. 30
Today’s Reflection:
God entrusts life into the heart of woman. Some are called to bear physical life but all are called to bare spiritual life. In either case, God entrusts life into our maternal care, whether you are single or married. Who is God calling you to “mother” today?
Close to Jesus’ heart
February 15
“We must also remember the great number of single persons who, because of the particular circumstances in which they have to live – often not of their choosing – are especially close to Jesus’ heart and therefore deserve the special affection and active solicitude of the Church, especially of pastors. Many remain without a human family often due to conditions of poverty. Some live their situation in the spirit of the Beatitudes, serving God and neighbor in exemplary fashion. The doors of homes, the ‘domestic churches,’ and of the great family which is the Church must be open to all of them.”
-Catechism of the Catholic Church 1658
Today’s Reflection:
We’re all called to vocation. For anyone who is single but feels called to marriage, joy and fulfillment can be found during the time of waiting in family, friends, work, apostolate and participation in the redemptive action of the Church. The Church as the family of God embraces our single brothers and sisters and encourages self discovery, healing and a deeper understanding of authentic love.
Are you single? How can you live the “spirit of the Beatitudes” in your journey? Are you married? What can you do to embrace a single person into your “domestic church?”
Behind the Headlines: Pro Life Victories Continue
Recent headlines have been dominated by news of the passage of radical pro-abortion laws, but behind the scenes, pro-life victories are continuing to occur.
In loving union
February 14
“God created us to live in loving union with Him for all eternity.”
Today’s Reflection:
What more could one ask for on the day we celebrate St. Valentine than to know that God desires spousal union with us for all eternity? If there is a longing or expectation that hasn’t been met today, rest in the knowledge that you are completely and utterly loved by God.
Pope St. Paul VI Feastday is May 29
The Vatican has announced the official feast day for Pope St. Paul VI which will be celebrated annually on May 29 as an optional memorial.
Super Bowl Champion Relies on Wife’s Witchcraft
After winning his sixth Super Bowl, it’s safe to say that Patriots quarterback Tom Brady knows how to win a lot of football games. But he doesn’t rely on grueling practices and tough workouts alone. Brady says he also relies on superstitious practices gleaned from his wife’s witchcraft to get ready for big games.