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Blog postIn my mind, today's launch of the spectacular new Apple TV+ series Prehistoric Planet is perfectly timed. The natural history streaming event arrives on day two of Laudato Si' week, the annual celebration of Pope Francis' encyclical “Laudato Si’: On Care For Our Common Home". As we ponder globally our continuing commitment to care for and sustain our common home, a television series that invites us into a stunning new consideration of our past feels particularly timely. To be able to "
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Blog postSince Daddy died, it feels like I've been away from Los Angeles more than I've been home. On one recent trip, I spent a day of travel binge-watching the new Apple TV+ docuseries They Call Me Magic. A no-holds-barred look at the life of one of LA's brightest stars, Earvin "Magic" Johnson, the four-part series left me contemplating how much I love the adopted hometown I share with this legendary superstar. As my plane was on its final approach toward LAX, I glanced at the skyline, search
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Blog postI'm always looking for quotes that help me to live and love more fully. Yesterday, a viewing of the film Fantastic Beasts led me to a helpful new insight on ANGER - that it came from a villain still has me thinking. What helps you move along when you feel angry?
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Blog postIt’s been quiet around here for the past month. When I logged in today to try to break my silence with just a bit of blogging, tears splashed across my keyboard and I had to again step away for a while. Those of you who journey with me on social media will understand that the […]
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Blog postWhen I attended a recent screening for the film MAN OF GOD, in theaters nationwide today, I walked in not knowing what to expect. The venue for the event was the beautiful Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Los Angeles. While only a few miles from my home, this sacred spot was entirely new to me and the perfect backdrop for a film about the life of one of the Eastern Orthodox Church's most beloved saints, Nektarios of Aegina. Our host for the evening, the Very Reverand John S. Bakas, welco
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Blog postThis weekend, I am in Anaheim for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles' annual Religious Education Congress. For as long as I can remember, Congress has been a bright spot in my year: a chance to gather with friends and colleagues from around the country, to catch up, and to be renewed. This year, while it's a much smaller gathering, Congress signals hope for a new path forward as we emerge into what will be our "new normal". Every hug and handshake is a reminder of how much I have missed
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Blog postWhen it releases on Friday, March 11 on Netflix, "The Adam Project" will be an attractive viewing option for families with older children. Chock full of great performances, this futuristic romp has a pace as fast as the high-speed fighter jet technology brought to life by Director Shawn Levy and his talented team of writers. Click through to read my full review.
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Blog postI'm always happy to partner with my friends at Jordan Ministry Team to pray and praise. Next Saturday, we'll be gathering for a virtual Lenten retreat with a theme that's really calling to my heart.
For me, Lent is always an opportunity to quiet my heart and seek God's voice in the busyness, but too often I've "given up" on my special Lenten practices after only a few days. This year, with work resuming at a quick pace and my father in long term hospice care, I am approachin -
Blog postWhen it opens in theaters today and heads to digital soon, Butter will again cast a spotlight on the themes of suicide, bullying, and mental health awareness. Suicide is such a focal point of this film that the official website contains full resources under the heading R U OK? Based on the original 2013 novel "Butter" by Erin Jade Lange, this dark comedy featuring first-timer Alex Kersting as Marshall "Butter" and Mira Sorvino as his mom "Marian" delivers a few laug
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Blog postToday, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Thomas Vozzo, the author of The Homeboy Way: A Radical Approach to Business and Life. I've been an admirer of the work done by Homeboy Industries for years. It was a true gift to pour over this new book by Thomas and to consider so much of the philosophy behind the success of this impactful organization. Working alongside Homeboy's founder Fr. Greg Boyle, SJ, Thomas has found a way that
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Blog postAs an actively practicing Catholic and a member of what's sometimes referred to as the "faith press", I'm always excited by the conversations I'm invited to have in and around the entertainment community. Such an opportunity happened recently when I was offered an advance look at Disney+'s continuation of a much-beloved animated program. When it launches on February 23 in a weekly episodic format, "The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder" will continue a story that originally
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Blog postToday, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Paula Huston, whose most recent book The Hermits of Big Sur is a book that thoroughly transfixed me. I've followed Paula's writing for years and have even had the joy of ministering alongside her at a retreat. But this particular book took my love for her writing to an entirely new level and challenged me so deeply. As I think you'll note in our conversation below, Paula approached the subject
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Blog postFriends, I'm happy to be getting back "on the road" both virtually and in real life after such an extended time away from in-person public speaking due to the pandemic. As we enter a new month, I wanted to share a few upcoming opportunities for us to meet and pray with one another. I hope you'll consider joining me for one of these events:
Jordan Ministry Team Online Women’s Retreat – “Lenten Lingering: Meeting Jesus in the Desert” – March 5, 2022 – Tucson, AZ - Regardless -
Blog postToday, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with awesome storytellers creating fantastic projects as I’m joined by Alex Dee, the content creator for Family Rosary and the host of the new podcast The Lampstand. I'm blessed to call Alex a colleague and friend and to be a listener to his great new show. In our conversation, he hits on why podcasts are such an impactful way of reaching young people and families. I hope you enjoy this conversation and that it helps you realize that
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Blog postToday, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Joan Kelly, the author of the novel A Thread of Evidence: Mibs Monahan Mysteries. One of my goals for 2023 is to do more elective reading. As I share with students when I speak on the joys of being an author, one key component to being an effective storyteller is being a voracious reader. Joan's novel is the epitome of the "cozy mystery" genre, a feel-good page-turner with engaging ch
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Blog postThe more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go. Dr. Seuss A few mornings ago, after my normal morning routine of quiet time and reflection, I picked up a book in my voluminous “to be read” stack. I’d received “The Stranger in the […]
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Blog postToday, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Jenn Johnson, author of the lovely new book All Things Lovely: Inspiring Health and Wholeness in Your Home, Heart, and Community. Jenn has compiled a rich bounty of “lovely things” that help celebrate the best parts of life. With uplifting prose and […]
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Blog postToday, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Claire McGarry, author of the new book Grace in Tension: Discover Peace with Martha and Mary from Our Sunday Visitor. Claire's book came into my hands and heart at the perfect time. Her words helped me draw from my faith to cope with some truly challenging situations in life. Let's be clear: "Grace in Tension" doesn't mean that life will be completely problem-free. What Claire manages
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Blog postToday, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with awesome storytellers creating fantastic projects as I’m joined by Ann Gundlach, the founder of the dynamic new resource Embodied Magazine. Launching in January, this terrific tool offers an experiential, story-based path to sharing the good news about Theology of the Body. Ann has been at work for years using her gifts to bless families around the world. I hope you enjoy this conversation and that it helps you realize that our s
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Blog postAs I type this, my heart is equal parts heavy and lightened. On October 14, 2012, I shared a post here announcing my great joy at becoming a part of Patheos. When I read those words again this morning, I recall the joy I felt that day–joy I still feel when I ponder the amazing […]
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Blog postThis morning, I was minding my own business just enjoying a cup of coffee while perusing Facebook. I’d already prayed today’s gospel and determined that I’d like to be one of the “righteous ones” who “shine like the sun”. I had my to do list ready and my plans for the day set. And then […]
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Blog postI’m sure I’ll be sharing lots of great news about my newly launched children’s fiction series “Chime Travelers” in the upcoming weeks. I thought I would begin today by sharing the official press release for the books. This series has been an ongoing labor of love for the last several months, so it’s a true […]
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Blog postI’ve had quite a wild ride the last few weeks. Among my many and varied activities, I spend a few hours at the fabulous Rubin Museum in Manhattan, admiring both art and native dance performances from Nepal. The chance to view cultural and religious treasures from this far-off corner of the world reminded me of […]
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Blog postI’m pleased to invite all of you, and especially those living in the North Carolina region, to a special one-day women’s conference! Join me at St. Michael the Archangel in Cary, NC on August 8 for the “Women of Wonder” event: Featuring Keynote SpeakerLisa Hendey National Speaker, Founder of Catholicmom.com, Writer, Webmaster, Podcaster and Author“The Grace of […]
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Blog postToday we remember the short but poignant life of St. Maria Goretti, a martyr for the faith. The gospel we pray from Matthew 9 brings us another brave woman who has suffered from hemorrhages for twelve years: A woman suffering hemorrhages for twelve years came up behind himand touched the tassel on his cloak.She said to […]
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Blog postI’m playing around with how to make my Facebook Page a better service to my friends and readers so for the second Sunday in a row, I recorded a short video update to share a bit of news: I’m hoping to keep these light, fun and not too long. If you haven’t already “liked” my […]
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Blog postI’m slowly working my way through the book You Can, You Will: 8 Undeniable Qualities of a Winner by Joel Osteen. Today, after reading the Gospel passage from Matthew 9 and praying about whether or not I’m a “new wineskin”, I came across this sentence in Chapter Two (“Run Your Race”) of Osteen’s book: It’s good […]
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Blog postToday’s gospel for the Feast of Saint Thomas, Apostle, always hits me across the head like a two by four. In my personal reading of the near climax of John’s gospel, I envision myself as Thomas. My friends have had the good fortune of seeing the risen Christ. I’m Thomas, probably off doing something very […]
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Blog postI’ve been praying over today’s gospel from Matthew 8:28-34 and looking at the story of the Gadarenes, from a few different vantage points. To help me put the gospel in perspective, I went to a daily reflection video from my own Diocesan television network KNXT: and peeked at today’s Twitter status from Fr. James Martin, SJ: […]
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The Catholic Mom's Prayer Companion: A Book of Daily Reflections (CatholicMom.com Book)
Aug 29, 2016
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