The Catechism in a Year – Day 341 – The Theological Virtues

The Catechism reveals the theological virtues of faith, hope, and love as additional “wellsprings” of prayer for us to connect with the Father. Fr. Mike explains that we must enter into prayer with faith, pray in hope, and love as God loves us. Fr. Mike also addresses the Catechism’s view on praying in the present, not looking at the past or future. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2656-2662.

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The Catechism in a Year – Day 242 – The Virtue of Faith

The origin, motive, and object of the theological virtues are God himself. Today, we dive into the theological virtues, beginning with the virtue of Faith. Fr. Mike unpacks the meaning and purpose of the virtue of Faith and emphasizes that Faith is deeply rooted in trust in God. Lastly, Fr. Mike reminds us that Faith should be lived out along with Hope, and Love, and also professed to those who do know yet know God. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1812-1816.

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Minute Meditation – Living from Hope

“Consult not your fears but your hopes and your dreams.”—St. John XXIII

Change in our lives can be difficult. Reflect on some of the major changes in your life and what you’ve learned about yourself from them.

—From the book Guided by the Saints: A 30-Day Journal for Inspiration and Direction
by Susan Hines-Brigger