Note: On Tuesdays, you can find me at Your Daily Tripod, owned by my friend TonyD. A longer version of the post below appears there. We call it charisma, the gift of drawing people to us. Sometimes the gift evidences itself in quiet, calmly confident ways; other times, it’s more exuberant. Everyone knew Jesus had that… Continue reading Of Charisma, Christ… and Cec Murphey
Category: Writing
On the Nightstand: Our Lady of Charity
You may know Maria Morera Johnson as the author of My Badass Book of Saints. I love her writing style, which somehow manages to be devout, earnest, and fun, all at the same time. We got to spend a few minutes together last month, and I’m looking forward to reading her new book this month.… Continue reading On the Nightstand: Our Lady of Charity
On the Nightstand: Introduction to the Devout Life
I’m learning a lot about the male saints as I’m working on Brotherhood of Saints that’s due to the publisher in May. It’s a companion of sorts to Sisterhood of Saints. Through my research, I was surprised to find that I’ve never read more than a quote here or there from St. Francis de Sales.… Continue reading On the Nightstand: Introduction to the Devout Life
On the Nightstand: A Season of Grace
I had a plan for this month. I was going to read Heather King’s new book, Ravished: Notes on Womanhood. Except, well, I took it along on my annual self-directed silent retreat and finished it the first time. I recommend it highly. That means A Season of Grace: Embracing God’s Gifts in the Autumn of… Continue reading On the Nightstand: A Season of Grace