Feeling overwhelmed by bad news? This Catholic reflection reminds us of Jesus’ words: Do not be afraid. Discover how to stay faithful, hopeful, and spiritually prepared in troubling times.


Feeling overwhelmed by bad news? This Catholic reflection reminds us of Jesus’ words: Do not be afraid. Discover how to stay faithful, hopeful, and spiritually prepared in troubling times.

There’s a lot of turmoil in the world right now. The stock market swings wildly, prices keep rising, and uncertainty seems to be everywhere. People worry about their jobs and how they’ll provide for their families. Many nations are at war or teetering on the edge of it, and it’s getting harder to feel safe […]

We try our best to live comfortable and enjoyable lives, but bad things happen. Life can often be tough, and some people suffer a lot of pain in this life. I pray to God that my family and I all live happy and healthy lives, but that’s not always the case. No matter how hard […]

I like to stay informed about what’s going on in the world, but I don’t enjoy watching or reading stories from most news outlets. The news usually has a negative and opinionated slant to it and often pits two factions against each other or talks negatively about an individual or a group. This creates a […]

I often get nervous when I travel out of the country. I usually don’t know the language and am unfamiliar with the customs of the people who live there. I feel vulnerable and handicapped and that makes me extra nervous when I venture out in the city. Anytime, we are far from home and far […]

We are on the brink of nuclear war. Russia is getting desperate and North Korea’s leader is always trying to start something. Prices are going up and people are feeling the financial strain. It’s even hard to feel safe in our own schools and cities with all the violence going on. It’s easy to be […]
Life is full of wonderful moments, but it’s also full of much sadness, fear, and worry. While one person celebrates a gain, another grieves a loss. One person is overjoyed with a win while another is depressed from a failure. No matter if life treats us good or bad, we need to keep our eyes […]