She’s no “cut them a check” philanthropist
The Spirit of defiance of the social order continued amongst a number of wealthy, and often noble, women of the Middle Ages.
Saints
Martin of Tours
In 371, Martin was elected bishop of Tours. When an officer of the Imperial Guard arrived with a number of prisoners who were to be tortured and executed the next day, Martin intervened and secured their release.
Ammonius the Hermit
Have you ever googled someone—or yourself, of course!—only to discover a whole lot of other people, in other countries and states, with the same name?
Saint Jude’s Important Question
When my kids were younger, my husband and I did a lot of faith-at-home practices throughout the year.
Tabitha’s Encouragement
When I reflect on Tabitha, I think of the many things that have died, literally and metaphorically, in the last few years.
How James of Jerusalem Enhances My Faith
While his martyrdom is certainly dramatic, what is most interesting to me about James is the controversy surrounding his relationship to Jesus.
Saint Luke: Look Buddy
Sure, this is an absolutely absurd approach to reading scripture, and yet it has the potential to highlight a word that is often overlooked and underappreciated.
Does Suffering Make you Stronger?
Often it is in the midst of the suffering that mystics see their greatest visions.
Being the Gospel Our Neighbors Read
“You may be all the Gospel your neighbor will ever read.” — Saint Francis of Assisi