Feast Day originally Aug 10, moved to Aug 11, to honor St. Lawrence
Category: Faith
Spiritual Exercise
After I have spent time in the presence of the Father, Son and the Holy Spirit contemplating their truth and mysteries, I find myself feeling refreshed rather than spent. It took me over half my average life span to figure this out. Don't let this happen to you. Now as they went on their way, … Continue reading Spiritual Exercise
The Picture on the Nightstand
For thou hast no delight in sacrifice; were I to give a burnt offering, thou wouldst not be pleased. The sacrifice acceptable to God is a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise. – Psalm 51:16-17, RSV-CE “Go and learn what this means, ‘I desire mercy, and not … Continue reading The Picture on the Nightstand
The Universal Prayer
Lord, I believe in you: increase my faith. I trust in you: strengthen my trust. I love you: let me love you more and more. I am sorry for my sins: deepen my sorrow. I worship you as my first beginning, I long for you as my last end, I praise you as my constant … Continue reading The Universal Prayer
The Legacy of Improper Catechism
Among many issues facing the Catholic Church today is a generation of members who do not understand the most basic beliefs of the faith. As a result, many Catholics have lukewarm faith, they do not show up weekly for Mass, and they are ignorant of many Church teachings, let alone able to explain or defend … Continue reading The Legacy of Improper Catechism
Looking to start a Catholic Library? My Recommendations
I am a self-confessed Catholic geek; I never went to seminary, yet I own a collection of Catholic books that belong in a seminary, many of which are for intellectual audiences that debate opponents of the Catholic faith. Many are unnecessary for the average lay Catholic. Were I asked to select a short list of … Continue reading Looking to start a Catholic Library? My Recommendations
Hello!
On December 26, 2012, when the Christmas music ended on my favorite radio station, I felt a bit empty without hearing the many religious selections they played. So I pulled out my long-dormant John Michael Talbot collection and began to play that. With few exceptions, I limit my music selections to his catalog. Other changes … Continue reading Hello!
Paul L Carter 