A Beginner’s Guide to Catholic Pessimism
The pessimist sees clearly what’s broken — but only the hopeful understand how it’s redeemed.
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You Are More Precious Than Jewels: Finding Hope in Life’s Storms
Like the precious stones on the high priest’s breastplate, we are carried close to God’s heart — even in suffering.
Hold Fast to Hope: A Biblical Guide to Confidence in Salvation
Biblical hope is strong and confident, yet salvation requires perseverance. Here’s what the Bible says about faith, trust and holding fast to God.
But Joy Comes With the Morning
What a sleepwalking son taught me about uncertainty, fear, and the unshakable presence of God.
12 Jewels of Advent Wisdom from the Saints
The Savior came on that first Christmas to bring us salvation; he will come to us spiritually this Christmas if we open our hearts to him.
This is Pope Francis’ Prayer Intention for the Month of December
“Christian hope is a gift from God that fills our lives with joy. And today, we need it a lot. The world really needs it a lot,” the Holy Father said in a video released Dec. 3.
After the Death of My Husband Mark, Solace Comes From Faith and Hope in Jesus
Every loss of a loved one brings pain and sadness, but through our faith in Jesus Christ comes the hope to one day be reunited and the strength to continue on.
We Desire That All Be Saved — But Only in the Way God Desires It
‘In hope, the Church prays for all men to be saved. She longs to be united with Christ, her Bridegroom, in the glory of heaven’ (CCC 1821).
Here’s Why I Don’t Wipe Off the Ashes
Yes, we will return to dust — but then God will reshape us into new, more perfect beings in the next life.
This Christmas, Remember JPII’s Words: ‘Never, Ever Give Up on Hope’
In times of growth and decline, amid times of contentment and chaos, the Catholic Church has never wavered in presenting hope.
