On the Nightstand: Braving the Thin Places

I first heard the phrase “thin place” more than twenty years ago, watching the sun rise over a Wisconsin lake with a new acquaintance. She told me it was a place where it was easy to meet God. Not practicing any faith at that point, it really spoke to me. But recently I ran across… Continue reading On the Nightstand: Braving the Thin Places

Have an ‘Unforgettable’ Summer

I’m humbled and grateful that the Association of Catholic Publishers selected Unforgettable Women of the Gospels as its CatholicsRead book club selection for July. I hope you’ll join me at one of these free events. Note: Some events have limited space; others will include refreshments. Please register where indicated so you can have the best experience possible.… Continue reading Have an ‘Unforgettable’ Summer

On the Nightstand: Spiritual Direction: A Guide for Sharing the Father’s Love 

My friend Pat Gohn, who also happens to be the editor at Living Faith, suggested this book recently while we were catching up on life. It’s been more than a decade since I had a spiritual director, but when Pat recommends something, I listen! I’m still in the book’s opening pages, and dogearing things to… Continue reading On the Nightstand: Spiritual Direction: A Guide for Sharing the Father’s Love