"We all have imperfect families and to see the imperfect family of God and to realize this is my home, imperfections and all, these are my people is a great source of consolation for me." Scott G. Hefelfinger Who is Scott G. Hefelfinger? Dr. Scott Hefelfinger is a professor at the Augustine Institute and the … Continue reading 112 The Jesse Tree Tradition

We know there is a post-mortem state of existence that cannot be hell. - Karlo Broussard  Who is Karlo Broussard ? Karlo Broussard, a native of Southern Louisiana, left a promising musical career to devote himself full-time to the work of Catholic apologetics. As a staff apologist and speaker for Catholic Answers, and a member of … Continue reading 111 Praying For The Dead In Purgatory

"Being an Extraordinary Minister is a wonderful chance of being extremely close to the body of Christ and His people." Who is Corinna Laughlin? Corinna Laughlin has been a member of the Cathedral of St. James' staff since 1998.  As Pastoral Assistant for Liturgy, she works with Father Ryan and the Cathedral staff and volunteers to … Continue reading 110 Becoming An Extraordinary Minister

For me once I encountered Jesus, I sensed His presence and through everything going on in my life, all of a sudden, through the thoughts and anxieties, a sudden peace came. WHO IS JOSEPH CURTO? Joe, a lifelong Catholic has been married for 41 years to Maureen and is the father of five wonderful daughters. … Continue reading 109 The Power Of An Encounter

God loves your children more than you do. Kim Sullivan Who is Kim Sullivan? Kim Sullivan is a writer with a background in everything from homeschooling to nonprofit management. She has raised three children each of whom are successful in their own unique way. Recently, Kim has done the most radical and risky thing she … Continue reading 108 Lessons on Motherhood from Mary

"I will go through this suffering with you." Kimberly Andrich WHO IS KIMBERLY ANDRICH? Kimberly Andrich is a wife and mother of five, to two big boys and three little ladies. Her professional background is in physical therapy, but her passion is writing, especially about the faith. Kimberly writes from the perspective of having a … Continue reading 107 Anima Christi Prayer & Suffering