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Christmas Storytelling

One of my favorite Christmas pastimes is storytelling. Truth be told, I like to tell stories all year long, but Christmas just lends itself...

A Blanket Surprise

This year, as Advent began, I wasn’t feeling ready. I just couldn’t get into the spirit of Advent. I talked with my spiritual director about...

Catching Our Attention

Editor’s note: Jim Manney is the author of A Simple, Life-Changing Prayer and other books about Ignatian spirituality. Below is an excerpt he shares...

Imagining an Impatient Jesus

This story is inspired by the second reading for the Third Sunday of Advent (Cycle A), James 5:7–10. “Now?” “No, Jesus,” Mary said gently as she...

Poinsettias and Prayer

Many people enjoy decorating their homes or offices with poinsettias during the holiday season. Poinsettias, or flores de Nochebuena, are associated with Christmas on...

Do What You Can

Editor’s note: Jim Manney is the author of A Simple, Life-Changing Prayer and other books about Ignatian spirituality. Below is an excerpt he shares...

Blackened Pans and the Wear and Tear of Life

We roast a lot of vegetables in our home, much to our daughters’ chagrin. Brussel sprouts, sweet potatoes, cauliflower, broccoli—the oven is always working. “But...

Praying Through Pain at Christmas

“Joy to the world!” the song rings out. But not everyone feels joyful at Christmas. Anyone who is sick, bereaved, lonely, or unemployed may...

Silent Night

I have always loved to sing the hymn “Silent Night.” It is so seared into my brain that I can’t help but hum it...

Into the Unknown with Ignatius

The night before my daughter started middle school, I found her alone in her room, curled up on her bed, her eyes welling with...

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