In our busy world, distress or the bad stress wears us out and hurts our health. But there is a good kind called eustress. A doctor named Hans Selye first used this word in the 1900s. Eustress is the happy, exciting feeling from hard but important tasks. It gives us energy, helps us think clearly,…
Our minds are powerful, shaping everything we do, yet they are often a battlefield we ignore. Distractions and temptations trouble us, but Word of God shows us that the path to victory starts from within. As St. Paul says, “We destroy arguments and every proud obstacle raised up against the knowledge of God, and we…
Are you wondering about the path God has planned for your life? Do doubts or questions linger in your heart about where you’re called to love and serve? This article invites you to explore the beauty of vocational discernment within the Catholic Church, guiding you through the three states of life—consecrated, married, and single—with a…
Embarking on a serious spiritual journey demands vigilant guardianship over the mind. This practice is called Spiritual Fencing. It is the deliberate act of consciously occupying the mind to ensure we control our thoughts, rather than letting them control us. This discipline is vital in the early stages of a spiritual journey. The mind serves as the battleground for growth in holiness or vulnerability to straying.
Herod’s promise at his big feast teaches us about the power and problems of making promises. He boldly offered “anything you want, up to half my kingdom,” but his reckless words led to trouble, showing that human promises often have limits. Jesus Christ’s endless love shows us a better way, encouraging us to make promises carefully and honestly. This article looks at Herod’s story and shares easy tips for making trustworthy commitments in our daily lives.
1. The Days of Creation and New Beginnings 2. The First Families and Adventures 3. Patriarchs: Promises and Family Adventures 4. Exodus: Freedom and God’s Surprises 5. The Promise Land and Real Heroes 6. Kings and Kingdoms: From Saul to Solomon 7. Broken Kingdoms, Brave Prophets and God’s Messages 8. Away From Home: Exile and…
Before you begin, take a moment to reflect on your own feelings and experiences. This assessment is designed to help you gently explore whether there are emotional wounds in your life that may need attention or healing. There are no right or wrong answers—just honest ones. Your courage to look within is the first step…
What Are Emotional Wounds? Emotional wounds are inner hurts or traumas that result from painful experiences, neglect, or mistreatment—often leaving invisible scars on our hearts and minds. Unlike physical wounds, emotional wounds are not immediately visible, but their impact can shape our thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and relationships for years—even a lifetime. These wounds are part…
The Vox Divini Voyage begins with the Foundational Stage, where we first learn to walk with God. It is the stage of beginning again and again, as we build the habits of prayer, resist sin, and grow in our desire for the Lord. But in this early stage, we stumble often. Scripture reminds us, “The…
Servant of God Vera Grita (1923–1969), an Italian citizen, was a teacher and a Salesian Cooperator who, in the final two years of her life (1967–1969), received messages from Jesus, which she faithfully recorded. These messages centred on renewing Eucharistic devotion, calling priests, religious, and laypeople—especially the young—to become ‘living tabernacles.’ Jesus urged them to…
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