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DOING BUSINESS THE RIGHT WAY: The Pro-Life and Pro-Family Way to Invest in the Stock Market
I once worked at a university where the employees' retirement plan boasted an elective “socially responsible” option. All the stocks in that plan were carefully screened to meet certain ethical guidelines: The companies demonstrated a
FOOTWEAR FOR THE FEAST: Our Lady of Guadalupe on Your Ankle
December 12 is the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. And so I ask you, the reader: Should I wear these socks? Or these? Actually, I don't own either of these combination foot protectors/devotionals, but
On the Memorial of the Guardian Angels, a Look at the Angels of Paris
In Angels of Paris, author Rosemary Flannery reveals a cityscape filled with angels: angels peeking out of dark corners, peering down from pillars and flagpoles, hanging effortlessly from the long wall of a government building. I counted
“An Interview With God” – What Would YOU Ask?
It was circa 1980, and we'd taken our children to McDonald's for a Happy Meal. Our young son looked up from his French fries, pointed out the window and said, “Mommy, look! There's God!” Startled,
Trey Gowdy and Tim Scott: If These Guys Can Get Along, Why Can’t the Rest of Us?
One is U.S. Representative for South Carolina's 4th Congressional District, and serves as Chair of the House Oversight Committee. The other is the junior U.S. Senator for South Carolina. One is from a well-to-do Southern
LOST YOUR KEYS? Call on Saint Anthony!
You've lost your keys.... your checkbook.... the book you were reading. You've looked under the bed, in the drawer, on the kitchen counter -- everywhere! What are you going to do?!! Well, pray to Saint
Why Do Catholics Do That?
Whether you’re a life-long Catholic or someone who has little direct experience with Catholicism, you may have questions.
- Why do Catholics pray to Mary and the saints?
- Why so much kneeling at Mass?
- Why does the Catholic Church require attendance at Sunday Mass; can’t you pray at home or at the beach?
Here you’ll find answers to some of these and other puzzling questions about the Catholic Faith.
Seasons of Grace
Reflections on Faith, Family, and the Future of America
“Seasons of Grace” is a letter from my heart. From faith to family, from technology to travel, I’ll be touching on these topics and more—to quote an old and dear friend—through the lens of Scripture and the vantage point of my Catholic Faith. I look forward to talking with you!
Elsewhere on the Web
Here you can find my articles that have appeared in the National Catholic Register, Aleteia, and other Catholic publications. And watch this space for news of future projects!
About Kathy Schiffer
