simplicity Archives

The Key to Imitating Francis of Assisi

by Joannie Watson | Oct 4, 2024 | Between the Sundays, Living | 0 |

This week is full of beloved saints– the archangels, St. Therese of Lisieux, the guardian angels,...

Living Simply This Lent

by Theresa Thomas | Feb 18, 2021 | Living, Regular Feature | 0 |

I once was visiting a beautiful home, finely furnished with exquisite furniture, lovely artwork...

For Advent, Let’s Focus on Simplicity

by Randy Hain | Dec 3, 2020 | Surrender & Strength | 0 |

Do you ever feel overwhelmed with all of the stress, responsibilities and challenges in your daily life? If I am honest with myself, the times I feel most anxious or stressed are usually caused by my lifelong tendency to...

Once Upon a Day of Prayer—Rediscovering St. Thérèse

by Carmelite Sisters | Oct 1, 2019 | Prayer / Spiritual Life, Spotlight | 0 |

The Memorial of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church (1873 – 1897) is October 1. The following is a reflection on the Little Way of St. Thérèse of Lisieux. The Little Way Every month each...

Once Upon a Day of Prayer—Rediscovering St. Thérèse

by Carmelite Sisters | Oct 2, 2018 | Prayer / Spiritual Life, Spotlight | 0 |

(The Memorial of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church (1873 – 1897) was yesterday, October 1. -Editors) A Reflection on the Little Way of St. Thérèse of Lisieux Every month each Carmelite Sister...

Daily Catholic Quote — from St. Paul of the Cross

by ICL Editor | Jan 27, 2018 | Quote | 0 |

“O Jesus, my Love, may my heart be consumed in loving Thee; make me humble and holy; give me...

Daily Catholic Quote — from Blessed Paul VI

by ICL Editor | Jun 20, 2017 | Quote | 0 |

“The world calls for and expects from us simplicity of life, the spirit of prayer, charity towards all, especially towards the lowly and the poor, obedience and humility… Without this mark of holiness, our word will have...