For our country, and for all our government leaders, that they may work together to create laws that are truly just and uphold standards of charity and peace in our society. Arise, O Lord, help us and redeem us for Thy Name's sake. Psalm 43:26

For our Holy Father, Pope Francis, and for the liberty and exaltation of Holy Mother Church.

https://wp.me/p8cBMM-1q3 Per Catholic Restoration, today begins the Minor Rogations, the three days before Ascension Thursday where we ask God's forgiveness and plead for His help.

In  Part 1 of this two-part discussion on the three big exceptions that are often listed by people who say they are opposed to abortion, we discussed the instances of rape and incest. In this second part, I would like to discuss the life of the mother being in danger and why being for abortion and … Continue reading Rape, Incest, the Life of the Mother, and the Abortion Argument: Part 2 →

A few days ago, in response to the recent pro-life bills passed in Alabama and Missouri, President Trump reiterated his pro-life stance, saying that he is against abortion with three exceptions: rape, incest, and the life of the mother being endangered. In fact, most politicians who call themselves pro-life would allow for those exceptions. While it's … Continue reading Rape, Incest, the Life of the Mother, and the Abortion Argument: Part 1 →

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Woman, behold your son. Behold your mother. John 19:26-27 This past Saturday, my mom and I went to get supplies to make a wreath for our statue of Mary that we have in our front yard. She now has a wreath of white flowers that we will keep on Her for the month of May. … Continue reading May: A Month for Our Blessed Mother →

Recently, I had a conversation with someone who disagrees with the Church's teaching on justification and the use of any kinds of work and grace on our part to merit salvation. Afterwards, I did a little bit more research and realized that I was causing confusion because of the Protestant vs. Catholic understanding of justification. … Continue reading Justification & Grace →

Hey everyone! I got back from retreat yesterday afternoon. It was amazing! We had talks, Mass Saturday and Sunday, opportunities for adoration twice on Saturday, and time for silence and reflection. The theme was "Holy Eucharist and Carmel." Our retreat master, Father Francis, who is a priest with the Order of Discalced Carmelites, centered the … Continue reading Retreat Reflections: Holy Eucharist, Carmel, and Everyday Life →