This morning I found myself briefly reflecting on the joy and blessing of watching our family grow. How in the world did these two kids   turn into this family?     As one (challenging) year ends and another (hopeful) one begins, these words, attributed to Pedro Arrupe, S.J. came to mind. Something to think […]

Dear Henry,   Scripture and Tradition never cease to teach and celebrate this fundamental truth: “The world was made for the glory of God.” St. Bonaventure explains that God created all things “not to increase his glory, but to show it forth and communicate it,” for God has no other reason for creating than his […]

Henry is to be born in less than three weeks. I feel him kicking all the time. I’m at the point where I’m going to the doctor and hearing his heartbeat every week. People ask when I’m due almost every day. Some days all I can think about is holding and nursing this little boy. […]