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: A Two-Fer

I’m going to my home state of South Dakota this month to travel with my beloved aunt, visit with cousins and friends from college, and attend my 50th (gulp!) high school reunion. I’m figuring the plane travel will give me extra time for reading, so I have books from two friends on my nightstand this… Continue reading On the Nightstand: A Two-Fer

On the Nightstand: Angels & Devils

Call me suggestible if you like. I’ve been called worse. I fully intended to spend April reading a different book. But this afternoon I went for my weekly prayer and reflection hour at a neighborhood parish, and this book was sitting out. I had a few minutes, so I picked it up. I’ve read some… Continue reading On the Nightstand: Angels & Devils

On the Nightstand: Winning the War in Your Mind: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life

I went to a healing retreat last month, and one of the speakers was a priest and exorcist. His talk included thoughts about Matthew 12:43-45, when an unclean spirit returns to the place it was removed and brings along its friends. The point, the speaker said, is that when demons have been cast out of… Continue reading On the Nightstand: Winning the War in Your Mind: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life