"The soul that journeys to God, but doesn't shake off its cares and quiet its appetites, is like someone who drags a cart of dirt uphill."

-St. John of the Cross

Saint Vergilius - Joyful Mysteries

Pray and Sacrifice for Bishop Oscar Cantú of San Jose

Preparing for Advent: A Guide for Catholic Moms, at Margaret Bereit

Our 2023 Christmas Gift Guide, at TOH Blog

Grateful for Providence: Developing a Posture of Thanksgiving, by Emily Malloy at NCR

Five Woke Companies You'll Want to Avoid When Shopping This Holiday Season, by Teri Christoph at Red State

10 European-Style Christmas Markets in the U.S., by Skye Sherman at Travel + Leisure

ICYMI:  The Catholic Origins of Thanksgiving, by Dale Ahlquist at CWR

Warm and Cozy Apple-Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal, by Liz Mervosh at Real Simple

Bishop Barron In ‘Frank Disagreement’ with Synod on Development of Sexual Teaching, by Kate Quiñones at Catholic Vote

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In the news: Video: The End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy with Carrie Gress, by Doug Keck at EWTN Bookmark