We might have found the most charming hotel in the world. See the tour in our collection today! Plus, Denise ponders one of the more moving scenes in the Gospels for Martha's feast day tomorrow, a practical guide to the spiritual works of mercy, and a fascinating trend in popular culture and birth control. And much more!

Carrie writes about the new Barbie movie for The Daily Wire, linked in The Collection today! (Be aware there is a paywall.) Also, a bright and fresh green bean, pistachio, and pesto recipe, and don't miss Emily's piece on weddings from the perspective of a florist on our blog today!

Jesus had grandparents and isn't it fitting that we should honor them? Denise does just that on our blog today. Plus, resisting the temptation to give up, using checkerboard in your home, and a pro-life diaper company to support. And more!

On our blog today, guest writer Mary Catherine Adams writes of her journey into slow food and the beauty of the inefficient. Also in the collection today, the mystery hidden behind the Carmelite grille, a small house transformed for family life through smart storage, and summer dinners made easy. Enjoy!

Saturday is the feast of St. Mary Magdalene, and Denise writes of the incredible life of a modern woman who befriended this great saint. Plus, poetry for summer, a movement afoot to disavow the American Library Association, and 7 Japanese concepts that carry important life lessons. Enjoy!

On our blog today, Denise writes of a tall, ill-tempered man who suffered greatly but said yes to God and became a saint. Plus, an incisive indictment of the sitcom Friends, a timeless summer style icon, and what to consider when confronted with decisions concerning the material cooperation with evil. And much more!