Even when we try to spend time with the Lord in daily prayer, once our work day begins, we often find ourselves engulfed in a busy, active life. More »

Did you know that The Word Among Us has a Japanese language edition, with readers in various parts of Japan? More »

The first time Christ uttered the word “Abba” on this earth, he was likely looking into the eyes of St. Joseph. It’s a point that is worthy of mention. More »

What can an indolent, self-absorbed teenager have to do with God’s plan for evangelizing a nation? Sixteen years old and from a well-to-do family, this kid has never applied himself to his studies, let alone taken his Christian faith seriously. More »

I’m a “list” person. You know my kind. I have lists for doing just about everything. More »

“Why do we have to fast?” Maybe it’s one of your children who asks. Or maybe it’s a cry from deep within yourself, as you’re fighting the urge for a snack. More »

Some years ago, I told my spiritual advisor that I was prepared to undertake any Lenten fasting or penance he suggested. I felt noble as I made my valiant offer, but this wise and holy priest didn’t act impressed. More »

For about twenty years, I’ve been serving as a Catholic lay volunteer to bring prayer, the Eucharist, and sacramentals inside the walls of Florida’s prison. The prisons I serve are in rural North Florida, just a few miles from the Georgia border. More »