Destroyng the Empire of Self

Maybe it is because I am head strong and confident.
Maybe it is because I am convicted and passionate.
Maybe it is because in society we get ahead by trampling, and I grew up with that image.
Or perhaps, it is simply because I am a fallen man. No matter the reason I lack enough charity and humility [...]

A few years ago a spiritual director of mine advised me to pray the Psalms. Up until then I read them like the remainder of Scripture, with a prayerful heart, but I did not make them my prayer. Psalm 119 has been one of my favorite prayers since that time.
 Consider this, Psalm 119 [...]

There is within me a core moral fiber that cannot be broken.
I believe without question that in order for one to be “pro-life” they must love all life from conception until natural death.  I don’t believe this because the Church teaches it, though that is helpful. I have actually held this belief since before [...]

Recently I have been impacted by some things people have said to me in very personal ways. This has got me thinking of all the Men who have in one way or another shown me Christ in my life. Here is a short list of those moments because I believe they are worth sharing. Take [...]

This past weekend I traveled to MI for my sister-in-laws wedding. I’m very happy to report that their wedding was beautiful and the guests enjoyed themselves. Emily is now a happily married lady and I couldn’t be more joy filled to see her smile and in love with Dave. Being present for her wedding was [...]