Faith, Family, and Four Decades: Holy Rosary Academy Opens Its New Campus
I recently had the distinct honor of attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Holy Rosary Academy’s new campus on East 64th Avenue, and I left thoroughly... Read more.
Eyes to See the Unseen: Aquinas, Tolkien, and the Reality of the Spiritual Realm
There was a movie in 2008 called The Spiderwick Chronicles, adapted from the popular book series of the same name. In both the books and the film, the Grace children... Read more.
Metanoia: Exposing the Modern Deconstruction of Personal Freedom, and Rediscovering Virtue’s Connection to Liberty
ICYMI: This article builds on concepts discussed in “Metanoia: Freedom Found in Choosing Reason Over Desire.” Ordering the will is difficult for modern... Read more.
Metanoia: Freedom Found in Choosing Reason Over Desire
In the article called “To Do or Not Do: Christian Virtue Trains Desire and Intellect toward Right Action,” I gave an example of the person who wanted... Read more.
The Erosion of Family: Entitlement, Rebellion, and the Cost of Relativism
Modern families are fracturing under a quiet but relentless pressure. Many young adults today carry a conviction that their parents owe them ongoing provision,... Read more.
To Do or Not Do: Christian Virtue Trains Desire and Intellect toward Right Action
The moment of decision, that pivotal instant caught between “do” or “do not,” is the crucible of human freedom. According to St. Thomas Aquinas,... Read more.
Kyle Clement Speaks Across Alaska on Spiritual Warfare and Reclamation Theology
There is a war being waged for the soul of every man, woman, and child alive today— and most of us have never been taught how to fight it. Sanctus Salutem is... Read more.
The Frailty of Modern Man: Softness of Soul and the Flight from Suffering
Dr. Cindy Sena-Martinez is a Thomistic psychologist who works one-on-one with individuals and families in a journey toward wholeness through holiness. In our age... Read more.
The Progression of Christianity into Sacramentalized Paganism, and How to Return to Truth
Today’s unprecedented global prosperity coincides with a new paganism, one more subtle and pervasive than the worship of Baal or Jupiter. Many Christians still... Read more.
One Nation Under God: Why Marxism, Socialism, and Communism Are Incompatible with Human Dignity
As we celebrate 250 years of American independence, this is a fitting moment to reflect honestly on the direction our country is taking. The anniversary of a nation... Read more.
The Developing Brain Under Siege: The Science of Screens’ Impact on Young Brains and the Faith-Wellness Connection
The human brain undergoes profound development during childhood and adolescence. The frontal lobe— responsible for executive functions like impulse control, decision-making,... Read more.
All Life Comes from Life: The Enduring Wisdom of Natural Law, Science, and the Mystery of Consciousness
My husband and I were recently visiting with our grandchildren in the Lower 48 and found ourselves watching a show called Wild Kratts, which teaches children about... Read more.
Fleeting Highs, Layered Heartaches: Sin’s Cause-and-Effect
From the opening pages of Genesis to the digital headlines of the twenty-first century, humanity’s story repeats a single unlearned lesson: separation from... Read more.
The Christian Imperative of Forgiveness: Mercy Amid Violence
In Christian circles, the words “I forgive you” are spoken not as a polite cliché but as a radical witness to the Gospel. They echo in the most harrowing stories:... Read more.
The Corruption of Intellect and Will: The Crisis of Modern Society
Thomas Aquinas, the Angelic Doctor of the thirteenth century, stands as one of the Church’s most profound analysts of human nature. In the Summa Theologica (I,... Read more.
What is Responsible Parenting?
Recent research on parenting styles turned up terms like Authoritative, Authoritarian, Permissive, and Indifferent on the National Library of Medicine... Read more.
Biblical Masculinity: A Call to Christ-Like Manhood in an Age of Confusion
The phrase “biblical masculinity” is gaining traction in churches, men’s groups and online forums. It urges men to embrace a distinctly Christian... Read more.
Motherhood as God Intended: Strength for Today’s Mothers
I have often heard that honoring mothers for just one day each year is simply not enough. The woman who pours out her entire self to become a mother deserves celebration... Read more.