Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Paula Huston, whose most recent book The Hermits of Big Sur is a book that thoroughly transfixed me. I've followed Paula's writing for years and have even had the joy of ministering alongside her … [Read more...] about The Hermits of Big Sur: In Conversation with Paula Huston
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Let’s Connect!
Friends, I'm happy to be getting back "on the road" both virtually and in real life after such an extended time away from in-person public speaking due to the pandemic. As we enter a new month, I wanted to share a few upcoming opportunities for us to meet and pray with one another. I hope you'll … [Read more...] about Let’s Connect!
The Lampstand Podcast: 3 Minutes with Alex Dee
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with awesome storytellers creating fantastic projects as I’m joined by Alex Dee, the content creator for Family Rosary and the host of the new podcast The Lampstand. I'm blessed to call Alex a colleague and friend and to be a listener to his great … [Read more...] about The Lampstand Podcast: 3 Minutes with Alex Dee
A Thread of Evidence: In Conversation with Joan L. Kelly
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Joan Kelly, the author of the novel A Thread of Evidence: Mibs Monahan Mysteries. One of my goals for 2023 is to do more elective reading. As I share with students when I speak on the joys of being an … [Read more...] about A Thread of Evidence: In Conversation with Joan L. Kelly
Is Reading Self-Indulgence or Sustenance?
The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go. Dr. Seuss A few mornings ago, after my normal morning routine of quiet time and reflection, I picked up a book in my voluminous "to be read" stack. I'd received "The Stranger in the … [Read more...] about Is Reading Self-Indulgence or Sustenance?
All Things Lovely: In Conversation with Jenn Johnson
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Jenn Johnson, author of the lovely new book All Things Lovely: Inspiring Health and Wholeness in Your Home, Heart, and Community. Jenn has compiled a rich bounty of "lovely things" that help celebrate the … [Read more...] about All Things Lovely: In Conversation with Jenn Johnson
Grace in Tension: In Conversation with Claire McGarry
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Claire McGarry, author of the new book Grace in Tension: Discover Peace with Martha and Mary from Our Sunday Visitor. Claire's book came into my hands and heart at the perfect time. Her words helped me draw … [Read more...] about Grace in Tension: In Conversation with Claire McGarry
Embodied Magazine: 3 Minutes with Ann Gundlach
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with awesome storytellers creating fantastic projects as I’m joined by Ann Gundlach, the founder of the dynamic new resource Embodied Magazine. Launching in January, this terrific tool offers an experiential, story-based path to sharing the good … [Read more...] about Embodied Magazine: 3 Minutes with Ann Gundlach
American Underdog
While on the surface, a film about football may not seem to be very "Christmas-centric", American Underdog, starring Zachary Levi as Kurt Warner, is just the type of family-friendly, inspirational entertainment that's perfect for the end of a nice long celebration of all that is good. Today, the … [Read more...] about American Underdog
Changing the Way We Care: 3 Minutes with Mary Beth Iduh
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with awesome storytellers creating fantastic projects as I’m joined by Mary Beth Iduh of Catholic Relief Services. On the heels of Saturday's celebration of World Children's Day, Mary Beth explains CRS's involvement in the new Changing the Way We … [Read more...] about Changing the Way We Care: 3 Minutes with Mary Beth Iduh
King Richard
In sharing this brief review of King Richard, a biopic focusing on Richard Williams as he devotes his life to raising future tennis champions Venus and Serena Williams, I have to admit to having very little knowledge of the original source material. It's hard to know as someone not intimately … [Read more...] about King Richard
St. Nicholas Christmas Show
Opportunities to gather in-person to celebrate the Christmas season feel more plentiful this year, but very few of them offer families the opportunity to truly understand the "reason for the season" with as much attention and care as the St. Nicholas Christmas Show. Jointly sponsored by Adventure … [Read more...] about St. Nicholas Christmas Show
Operation Hidden Treasure
Just in time for Veteran's Day, I'm happy to share the good news about Operation Hidden Treasures, a television series that highlights the gifts of some very special men and women who have served our country. The show tells stories of "hidden treasures" that have been unearthed by families and … [Read more...] about Operation Hidden Treasure
Big News for The Bible in a Year
For the last year, I've watched and listened as the amazing The Bible in a Year podcast project unfolded at Ascension Press. Last week, I had the great joy of attending a press conference which not only shared the phenomenal success of the project but announced three major "next step" projects that … [Read more...] about Big News for The Bible in a Year
The Most Reluctant Convert
Most of us know him best for his perenially bestselling work The Chronicles of Narnia. But long before he was an informal member of The Inklings and created literature that would captivate the world, Clive Staples Lewis was a rambunctious son, an atheist seeker, and an academic who had dabbled in … [Read more...] about The Most Reluctant Convert