Today we are experiencing a lot of division and conflict. Anger and vengefulness are common themes we see in the news headlines. In this post, Augustine offers us some wisdom for reflection on our own attitudes towards others we may disagree with or find difficult.
We all face difficult relationships. Do we give up on those we find difficult to work or live with, or do we remain hopeful that one day the grace of God will heal those relationships? Augustine invites us to remain optimistic.
We are living in a time when people are very divided over complex issues in which there really are no easy answers. Scripture and Saint Augustine offer us the virtue of humility as a path to unity and our common search for truth.
We live in a time when our future seems more uncertain than ever. Where do we place our hope and trust?
What is stopping us from becoming our best selves? Augustine invites us to reflect on what it is that we are attached to.
If we are ever disappointed or dissatisfied, especially with ourselves, such experiences could actually be good news if we can realize that ultimate satisfaction cannot be found on this earth…
Purity of heart is a human need because the human heart is caught by various desires. Some more superficial. Others are deeper. Some are temporary, and others last longer. Some…
We all have the power to heal others. What gifts of healing have you been given?
by Jeremy Hiers, OSA “Longing is always a prayer, even though the tongue is silent. If you are longing without interruption, then you are always praying. When does our prayer…
by Jeremy Hiers, OSA Our God is a God of surprises. We know that in the time of Jesus people were expecting the Messiah to come in a way that…
by Jeremy Hiers, OSA If you drive past just about any hospital or healthcare facility these days, you will likely see a sign that says, “Heroes Work Here." These signs…
When we live without a sense of possessiveness we live in a way that allows others to simply live. This can be a source of unity for all of us.
by Jeremy Hiers, OSA When I was just beginning to discern a call to religious life, I came upon a song on the radio that would significantly impact my understanding…
by Jeremy Hiers, OSA One day little Johnny’s mother looked through the kitchen window and noticed he was playing Church with the family cat in the backyard. The cat was laying…
by Jeremy Hiers, OSA What is evangelization, who is called to be part of it, and what wisdom does Saint Augustine offer us? This series reflects on the New Evangelization…
by Jeremy Hiers, OSA There is a story of a kindergarten class that was given an assignment to draw a picture. As the students began to work on their pictures, the…
by Jeremy Hiers, OSA What is evangelization, who is called to be part of it, and what wisdom does Saint Augustine offer us? This series reflects on the New Evangelization…
by Jeremy Hiers, O.S.A. "What have you come to see?" is the question Jesus poses to the messengers of John the Baptist in Luke 7:24-30. This might be a good…
by Jack Tierney, OSA Brothers and sisters: Rejoice in the Lord always. I shall say it again: rejoice! You can use this to impress your religion teachers: it’s a real…
