by Geoffrey Bennetto | Jan 16, 2026 | Faith
When we think of Lent, we often imagine forty days of sacrifice, discipline, and perhaps a touch of spiritual drudgery. But St. Benedict of Nursia, the father of Western monasticism, offers us a radically different vision: Lent as a season of joyful anticipation,...
by Geoffrey Bennetto | Jan 5, 2026 | Faith
In the economy of grace, few practices are as beautiful and mutually beneficial as praying for the holy souls in purgatory. This ancient Catholic tradition reveals a profound truth: charity extends beyond the grave, and our prayers can reach across the veil to comfort...
by Geoffrey Bennetto | Dec 29, 2025 | Faith
As the day draws to a close and darkness settles over the world, we stand at a threshold moment. The transition from waking to sleep has been recognized throughout Catholic tradition as a time of both vulnerability and profound spiritual opportunity. Our bedtime...
