Last year at about this time I wrote a series of posts on the Ladder of Humility of St. Benedict. I remind you of this as his Feast Day is coming up on July 11 and if you click on the link in the previous sentence it will take you to all 13 posts in …
A recent reading from the Psalms caught my attention as a useful prayer for one undergoing adversity, especially with the threat of a relapse: Psalm 118:5-9: “In danger I called on the LORD; the LORD answered me and set me free. The LORD is with me; I am not afraid; what can mortals do against …
The following passage from Psalm 57 is a nice prayer for anyone in serious temptation from their addiction: Psalm 57:2: “Have mercy on me, God, have mercy on me. In you I seek shelter. In the shadow of your wings I seek shelter till harm pass by.” (Via USCCB.) God’s mercy is limitless, providing we …
There is an excellent article today from Spirit Daily on repentance and not dwelling on the past once you’ve gotten past it. (Via Spirit Daily.) Try reading it, you’ll find it useful if you’re a frequent user of Confession and still dwell on your past sins. Are you a creative Catholic? “The Catholicpunk Manifesto” is …