Warning: Spoilers ahead! If you’ve already seen the movie, go ahead and keep reading. If you haven’t seen it but don’t mind a few plot details being shared, […]
Virtues and Mental Health
One of the challenges of being a psychologist is the lack of consensus in the mental health field about what it actually means to be “mentally healthy.” Ironically, […]
Women’s Groups in the Church: A Path to Community, Growth, and Spiritual Renewal
Women’s groups within the Church have long been a vital part of fostering community, spiritual growth, and mutual support. These groups not only provide a space for women […]
Finding Hope in Grief and Purpose in Suffering through the Resurrection
Last week, we experienced a death in the family and traveled to be with loved ones. The loss was sudden, unexpected, and brought about an array of emotions. […]
Making a Home for the Holidays
I truly cherish the holiday season and all it represents. This time from Thanksgiving to Epiphany is centered around faith, hope, and love within our home. To help […]
The Catholic Bookworm: Gender Ideology and Pastoral Practice
This morning, I joined Dr. Andrew Sodergren on Kiki Latimer’s The Catholic Bookwork podcast to discuss our contribution to Gender Ideology and Pastoral Practice: A Handbook for Catholic […]
St. Thomas Aquinas on the Moral Neutrality of Emotions: Implications for Mental Health and the Moral Judgment of Thoughts and Feelings
St. Thomas Aquinas is one of the most influential theologians and philosophers in the Catholic tradition, particularly noted for his synthesis of faith and reason. In his exploration […]
Reflections from the National Eucharistic Congress
There are moments in life that leave you speechless, when you stand in the presence of something so vast and awe-inspiring that you are humbled by its magnitude. […]
Women Spread the Word: The Woman at the Well and Mary, Mother of the Word of God
Throughout history, women have played a vital role in spreading the word of God. From the earliest days of the Christian faith to the present, women have been […]