Setting New Year’s Resolutions for a Balanced and Fulfilling Year
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Setting New Year’s Resolutions for a Balanced and Fulfilling Year

As the new year approaches, many of us begin to reflect on what we want to accomplish in the months ahead. New Year’s resolutions offer a fresh start—a chance to set meaningful goals that will help us grow spiritually, mentally, physically, professionally, and relationally. But it’s important to set resolutions that nurture balance in every…

Reflecting on the Holy Family: Lessons for Our Own Families This Christmas Season
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Reflecting on the Holy Family: Lessons for Our Own Families This Christmas Season

As we approach the Christmas season, many of us reflect on the nativity story—the humble beginnings of Jesus’ birth in a stable, the shepherds’ visit, and the star that led the wise men to Bethlehem. But at the heart of this story is a small family: Mary, Joseph, and the infant Jesus, who exemplify trust,…

The Joy of Waiting: How Advent Teaches Us Patience and Trust in God’s Timing
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The Joy of Waiting: How Advent Teaches Us Patience and Trust in God’s Timing

In a world of instant gratification, waiting often feels like an inconvenience—something to be avoided or rushed through as quickly as possible. Yet the season of Advent invites us to slow down, to embrace the waiting, and to trust in God’s perfect timing. Advent is a time of anticipation, a time when we prepare our…

Staying Focused on Advent During Christmas Parties: A Guide to Balancing Celebration and Reflection
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Staying Focused on Advent During Christmas Parties: A Guide to Balancing Celebration and Reflection

December can be a whirlwind of celebrations, with family gatherings, business parties, and festive events filling up the calendar. While these joyful moments are a cherished part of the holiday season, it’s easy to get swept up in the busyness and lose sight of the deeper meaning of Advent—a season of reflection, prayer, and preparation…

Living Advent Well as a Family: A Guide to Preparing Together for Christmas
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Living Advent Well as a Family: A Guide to Preparing Together for Christmas

Advent is a special season of anticipation, reflection, and preparation as we await the celebration of Christ’s birth. While it can be easy to get swept up in the busyness of holiday shopping and festivities, Advent invites us to pause, reflect, and focus on the deeper meaning of Christmas. For families, this season offers a…

St. Josemaria Escriva speaking with hands outstretched
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Christmas Inspiration from St. Josemaria Escriva

As we welcome the coming of our Savior into our homes this Christmas, we can reflect on the significance of God becoming man in the midst of family life with Mary and Joseph. How beautiful to have an example of such love and devotion in the Holy Family! St. Josemaria Escriva comments on this aspect…

3 Prayers for Deceased Family Members
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3 Prayers for Deceased Family Members

During the month of November, we remember all of the Saints who have gone before us to light the way to Eternal Life. We also remember those amongst our own families and friends who have passed away in hope of salvation. Here are three prayers for deceased family members and friends that we can pray…