Spirituality
Humility: A Lenten reflection
Growing in the virtue of humility is a worthy practice for Lent, and this package of stories can help keep Christ, the model of humility, first in our lives.
Happily humble: Virtue in a very competitive world
With today's tendency to wildly celebrate victories and talents, Jesus' example of humility might seem strange. But mindfulness of others, gratitude and the need for growth can keep us humble.
A litany of humility for the everyday
Lent offers the perfect opportunity to pray for and work toward growing in humility -- this prayer, or one you make yourself, can help.
How to grow in humility in the social media era
Social media tends to force us into broadcasting ourselves. Humility is the opposite, seeking to put others first and ourselves last. Father Geoffrey Brooke suggests some ways social media can help to build up others.
No parking zone: Christians need to journey, take risks, pope says
"There are lots of stationary Christians, who do not walk, bogged down by everyday things," he said. They are good people, he said, "but they do not grow, they stay small."
Charity: A Lenten reflection
Love and charity are accented heavily during the annual season of Lent. In this series on the Lenten practice of almsgiving, learn how the season's sacrifices can deepen our commitment to love.
Put loving at the top of your to-do list this Lent
How will I love more generously today? How will I pay greater attention to others' needs, whether my children and spouse, the irritating guy at the next desk, or the homeless in my city?
Abiding in God’s love
The word love is often translated as "charity" to make clear that it means more than having general affection for others -- we are to hold them in esteem and treat them with benevolence.
At the heart of Lent is love, and charity that makes a difference
Just as Jesus in a parable names the poor beggar Lazarus to highlight his dignity, so must we go "out of our way to meet someone having a difficult time, someone who has not been treated as a person."
What the norms say about Communion from the cup
Father Ken Doyle answers questions about how, and whether, persons should receive the precious blood of our Lord at Mass. It should be offered, but need not be since Christ is present in bread or wine alone.