Being in Control – Is It Overrated?

Ever since I was a kid I liked responsibility: oldest child, straight-A student, precocious, and reliable—I rarely disappointed. I take pleasure in a job done well, done right. And if I want to guarantee that, well, then I have to do it myself.
A Reflection on the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage

What would it have been like to follow Jesus through the cities, towns, and countryside on his way to Jerusalem?
How to Start a Conversation About Faith: Let the Holy Spirit Guide!

We find ourselves in a new apostolic age. A new era in which the dominant culture no longer speaks the language of Christianity. Our Church now stands alone amid the many nations who don’t share our worldview.
Do I Need a Clean House to Evangelize? The Answer is Messier than You’d Think

I’ve heard it dozens of times: “I’d love to lead a small group but I’m embarrassed to have people over.” Does having a house that’s too small or too messy (or not owning a house) keep you from inviting people into your life?