I’ve always been fascinated with the idea of the second coming of Christ – with “End Times” – although not in a “Rapture” sort of way or in a trying-to-figure-out-the-exact-date sort of way.

Fall is consistently my busiest speaking-engagement time of…

According to ancient Jewish teachings, there are specific levels between God and man. These levels are necessary as, according to Jewish mystics, during creation God’s love and goodness was so great that man – as a mere vessel — was…

When my husband and I married, almost 24 years ago, our first two holidays were probably fairly typical of newly-marrieds.  We rushed about from one place to another, wanting to please everyone while attempting to make traditions of our own.…

One hot, late July afternoon I decided to take a walk around my neighborhood.  The sweltering weather was made even more so by the fact that I was overdue with my second child.  As I wobbled around the block, pulling…

I have two boys in college.

Last year, my oldest son spent the year living in a frat house. Along with myself, the health department and Fire Marshall were none too pleased with the living conditions.

This year, when both boys moved into…

I’m not sure if there is a way to say this without offending some, many or most people but I will give it a try: Michael Jackson is not, nor ever has been, a king or the king. Nor was Elvis, for that…

Every morning I wake up and open my various email accounts to delete out the numerous political and quasi-political messages that I now receive.  This has become as important in my daily routine as brushing my teeth and showering.  I…

Human history shows that man has always sought a connection with God that transcends his mere day-to-day experiences. Man wants to know God intimately, deeply, privately — to fill that place within his heart which God created for His own indwelling. St.…

To be named the “Worst Person in the World” is quite a feat. After all, the world is a very big place — and I’m not just saying this as a proud, current inhabitant — I know this to be true…

According to my plans, today I was to be sitting down, writing my Catholic Exchange column, and sharing with you the wonderful experience I had at the Eucharistic Congress in Georgia this past weekend.  The event had been on my…