Simple resources for prayer and spiritual growth.
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Free Guides
Bringing Your Family Back to Confession
A quiet, practical guide for parents and kids to go together, with two examinations of conscience: one for adults, one written simply enough for children.
Get the free guideA Simple Nightly Examen
A one-page printable guide to a ten-minute nightly prayer, with a short how-to for beginners.
Coming soonGuides for Prayer and Study
Praying the Rosary with Scripture
A short Scripture passage and reflection for all twenty mysteries, for anyone who loses focus partway through.
Coming soonAdvent Devotional
Daily one-page reflections and Sunday candle prayers to help your family keep a real Advent this year.
Coming soonRecommended Reading & Resources
A short, honest list of books and resources I actually use and recommend, organized by what they’re good for.
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For Reading Scripture
The Ignatius Catholic Study Bible
The one I reach for when I actually want to understand a passage. The notes are substantial without being overwhelming, and they’re faithful to Catholic teaching.
View on Amazon →The Great Adventure Catholic Bible (Ascension Press)
Built around the “Bible Timeline” approach that makes the overall story of Scripture click. A good first Bible for anyone who’s found the Bible hard to navigate.
View on Amazon →For Prayer & Devotion
Spiritual Warfare Rosary
A sturdy, well-made rosary I use for the St. Michael and spiritual-protection devotions. Holds up to daily handling.
View on Amazon →St. Benedict Medal Black Onyx Stone Rosary
A quality rosary that will last years under daily use.
View on Amazon →For Going Deeper
Diary of St. Faustina: Divine Mercy in My Soul
The source behind the Divine Mercy devotion. Not a quick read, but few books have shaped how I think about God’s mercy more.
View on Amazon →Story of a Soul, by St. Thérèse of Lisieux
The “Little Flower” on finding holiness in small, hidden, ordinary acts. Especially good if grand spiritual ambitions have ever felt out of reach.
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