16 Years of Carmelite prayers led to a deathbed conversion
How long should we pray and hope for the conversion of a loved one? The Carmelites of Lisieux show the value of perseverance in prayer and leaving the rest to God.
Aliénor Strentz
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A brief guide to the basics of spiritual warfare
Spiritual warfare, an important part of Christian life, demands vigilance and perseverance. But, it also helps us live in the peace and joy of the Beatitudes.
Five tips for acquiring and maintaining peace of mind
In today's restless society, you really have to go against the grain to find and keep peace of mind. Here are five keys to the path to peace and holiness.
Did you know Mother Teresa had a “spiritual sister”?
Unknown to the general public, she played a decisive role in the Missionaries of Charity. Mother Teresa considered her to be her "sister."
Biblical wisdom on how to age without becoming “old”
While the world claims that old age is an enemy to be fought, biblical wisdom honors the elderly.
The extraordinary conversion of Edgardo, a man condemned to death
A French woman's unlikely correspondance with an inmate on death row in the United States reveals the power of God's grace and the human need for friendship.
How to combat cognitive bias
All of us are vulnerable to biases, but we can take steps to prevent them from causing us to make mistakes.
How biblical figures were tricked by their own brains
All of us are susceptible to cognitive biases, as these examples from the Bible reveal.