Knock and Open

Oftentimes the simplest insights are the most profound. Some years ago, I heard prayer described as a “turning inward” in order to find God dwelling in our souls by Sanctifying Grace. He is not a God way out there in heaven lightyears away from earth, but rather He is actually present here on earth and … More Knock and Open

Poverty and Riches

“Most Heavenly Father, I come to Thee this day weighed down by the heavy burden of my poverty. I am very poor, and it is very hard for me to live in this state. I constantly struggle to obtain even the bare necessities to sustain my life. I labor all the night, and I take … More Poverty and Riches

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