St. Mark Presents a Lesson About Profit and Loss
In the Gospel of Saint Mark, Christ teaches us about profit and loss. Our Lord asks us: For what shall it profit a man, if he gain the whole world, and suffer the loss of his soul? (Mark 8:36) We […]
An Inspiring Easter Painting
I discovered a powerful painting by Duccio, 14th-century Italian artist. His painting, Appearance at Lake Tiberius, was inspired by one of the Easter Gospels (Jn 21:1-14). In his Gospel, St. John tells us how Jesus revealed himself at the Sea of Tiberias. As […]
St. Teresa de los Andes
I became acquainted with St. Teresa de los Andes a few years ago and it was love at first sight. I felt an immediate affinity towards this young saint. Perhaps my affection grew because she was a young Hispanic woman […]