New Year, New Me
“God, come to my assistance. Lord, make haste to help me.” For some reason I feel awkward praying this prayer from Psalm 69. The lines begin nearly every morning “hour” … Continue Reading New Year, New Me
Christ Within
Sometimes, I’m scared — scared of the terrible things that can happen in this world, scared of what the future holds. Yes, I’m a Christian who should trust in the … Continue Reading Christ Within
Novena for Life Day Two
“May each person suffering from participation in abortion find forgiveness, hope, and healing in Christ.” (See full details for this day’s intention and reflection.) If we know that abortion is … Continue Reading Novena for Life Day Two
Novena for Life Day One
I will be joining with other Christians who respect life to pray for the conversion of hearts and minds so that the practice of abortion — the intentional, sometimes brutal … Continue Reading Novena for Life Day One
Getting Better
Suffering is said to bring us closer to God. When my life was on the line, however, in the first two weeks of severe chest congestion with mucous plugs that … Continue Reading Getting Better
Stuck Wheels and Perseverance in Prayer
Sometimes, I’m just not feeling it. I believe in God, love God, and seek communion with God. But sometimes … my prayers might as well come from an automaton, and … Continue Reading Stuck Wheels and Perseverance in Prayer
Our Father?
I used to pray like this: “Our Parent, who art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy name.…” Yes, I was one of those. But this was decades before our society began … Continue Reading Our Father?
What If They Do?
Have you ever wondered if your prayers for others have any real beneficial effect at all? I have. I still am wondering sometimes. Sacred Scripture tells us that praying for … Continue Reading What If They Do?
Talking with Saints
Talking with Saints Praying to Saints has not been my thing. That is, as a Catholic, I don’t continually ask Saints to intercede on my behalf or for the sake … Continue Reading Talking with Saints
Fruit Is Born: Prayer
What do I do? I get irritated. I get mean. I fall into self-pity. I get scared. I worry a lot. I don’t want these feelings or experiences. This is … Continue Reading Fruit Is Born: Prayer
Hope Blossoms: Prayer
My problem is trust. I can no longer be transferred from wheelchair to bed and bed to wheelchair in my usual way. With progressive motorneuron disease, adaptations are always occurring, … Continue Reading Hope Blossoms: Prayer
Really, What Is Prayer?
My prayer life is… well… it could use some improving. I recently made a video called “When Prayer Is Boring” reflecting on some of the challenges of daily prayer. During … Continue Reading Really, What Is Prayer?
All Is Well
This is a year of pandemic, recession, protests, riots, bitter contest, and division. This also happens to be the year that began with my decision to read works by mystics … Continue Reading All Is Well
Pearls
This poetic prayer, which came to me not long ago, seems appropriate to share with the upcoming Feasts of All Saints and All Souls, as well as the impending US … Continue Reading Pearls
What Kind of Child Are You?
Imagine that your parents are the most amazing parents, loving, forgiving, kind, and generous with their abundant resources. You know that your parents are wholly good and that they love … Continue Reading What Kind of Child Are You?
What Is My Purpose?
I thought I knew what it meant to be Consecrated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus: I would follow certain guidelines and grow holier and more joyful. Well… I confess … Continue Reading What Is My Purpose?
Christina Chase 