Technological advances in transportation, video calling and even the now-seemingly-archaic email, have allowed for a transient way of life, one where pieces of your heart are left behind or taken with someone as they move from place to place. Yet, there is
Michael O’Rourke, founder of StrongCatholicDad.com, writes to those struggling with the holiday season and who might have anxiety about contentious family gatherings. He writes: “If you are struggling with the holidays, that is a sign of predilection that God has much in
Dr. Thomas McGovern, a Catholic surgeon, radio host, former infectious disease researcher and member of the Thomistic Institute’s COVID-19 working group, writes that as the holidays approach, the pandemic is getting worse. As Catholics, he writes, if we believe what we profess
“Do you number yourself among those who approach family holiday gatherings with sadness rather than joy?” asks Erin McCole Cupp. For survivors of family abuse or dysfunction, the Christmas season can promise more hurt than hope. But thankfully, tucked into the Christmas
The Advent and Christmas seasons can be times less of anticipation and joy and more of dread and depression. From the challenges of dealing with relatives to paying bills to coping with the winter blues, the holidays pose severe problems for many