On the Rosary

I think I’d like to try and write a little series on the Rosary. Of course I should begin with the disclaimer that these are only the thoughts of a poor Catholic layman and may be unintentionally riddled with errors. But perhaps there are one or two pious thoughts that could serve as a meditation … More On the Rosary

Some Thoughts

Thank you to anyone still reading my blog. I am frankly a little embarrassed by a lot of what I’ve written over the years. I have always been young and dumb, and I have always thought I knew everything there was to know. Ironically, the more I have learned, the more I realize how little … More Some Thoughts

An Examination

I examine my conscience and find nothing very disturbing. I imagine my death and subsequent judgment and feel rather confident that it will go well. I have certainly committed many sins over the years, but I have repented of them and even done some penance for them. I have at least a few good deeds … More An Examination

I am a Sinner

I am a sinner. I am sorry for my sins, but my imperfect contrition is tainted by pride. One of the reasons I detest my sins is because they injure my pride and force me to have a lower opinion of myself. Thus even in my sin I heap sin upon sin. Truly I am … More I am a Sinner