Let your religion be less of a theory and more of a love affair. -G.K. Chesteron (found online at http://veni.sanctespirit.us/aggregator?page=1273) if my religious life is confined to do's and don'ts, a moralistic life -how boring. but if my religio… more »

Really, the pity of life is not what men do; it is what they miss - the joy of the prodigal son. -Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen (found in the book "Guide to Contentment;" p. 112) one of my sisters texted me after receiving todays quote (via text) that i… more »

Sweater, n.:  Garment worn by child when its mother is feeling chilly. -Ambrose Bierce (found online at http://www.quotegarden.com/mom-day.html) i like this quote.  it reminds me of a friend who is one of the best moms i know. she thinks about her k… more »

Every happening, every event, every suffering [and] also every joy, is a sacrament that gives God to the soul.  -Blessed Elizabeth of the Trinity; from WISDOM FROM Women Saints; The Word Among Us Stand-Up Calendar; Compiled by Jeanne Kun -September 11… more »

What is important for all people, what makes their life significant, is [knowing] they are loved.  The person in a difficult situation will hold on if he knows Someone is waiting for me, Someone wants me and needs me. -Benedict XVI, quoted by Peter Joh… more »

Be humble, be simple, and bring joy to others. -Saint Madeline Sophie Barat; from WISDOM FROM Women Saints; The Word Among Us Stand-Up Calendar; Compiled by Jeanne Kun -September 1 my desire for humility, simplicity and joy had to be uncovered.  i had… more »

Lovers are the ones who know most about God; the theologian must listen to them. -Hans Urs von Balthasar; from the book Love Alone is Credible, p. 12 i had the good fortune of spending some time today with a 'lover.'  meaning.... a person who loves.  t… more »