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The Blessing of an Unwanted Limitation

I’ve come to realize that I don’t need to say every thought that comes to my head. Sometimes less is more.

You Will Survive This Present Darkness: The Annunciation Is the Feast of Our Rescue!

He came to rescue you from your pain. It doesn't matter if you did it to yourself or not - He will save you if you let him!

People Over Profits

George Bailey, financial problems, and the prospect of suicide. Here's a brief reminder that your professional life has eternal consequences.

First Ever Playoff Game: Notre Dame vs. Indiana

Fans are excited in anticipation of the Notre Dame vs. Indiana College Football Playoff Game! Here's a neat little video from our local NBC affiliate.

Faith Through the Fight: My Journey with Cancer

In my recent talk at the Catholic Business Exchange breakfast in Indianapolis this month, I try to condense my cancer story and summarize my thoughts about it in this 28 minute talk. It was well received by the audience, though it felt like I was just revealing the tip of the iceberg.

Harris, Trump, and Jesus

"There is no other commandment greater than these." The homily of my pastor, Fr. Andrew Budzinski, on November 3rd, 2024.

Never Underestimate the Importance of Resilience

If you, like me, are mediocre in many aspects of your life, take heart: sometimes just surviving is a remarkable achievement. With resilience, your mediocrity can be elevated and transformed into something great.

Thank God for Pain

It seems counterintuitive, but pain is actually good for us. Here's why...

Enhancing My Prayer Life: Eucharistic Adoration from Niepokalanow in Poland

If you are looking to enhance your prayer life, why not try this!

To Prepare for the Next Pandemic, Catholic Parishes Should Consider Building One of These…

Catholics couldn't use their churches during the pandemic. Masses went online streaming. Here's an in-between solution for parishes who never want to experience that again.

Sacred Stories of Notre Dame: Joseph Ruetz, Class of 1939

A brief story about the movement of the Holy Spirit in the life of a Notre Dame Football star who lived in our family house in the 1930s.

Prayer to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament

Memorize this prayer so you can say it with your whole heart in front of the Blessed Sacrament.

My Eucharistic Heart Attack

The fact that I had a heart attack is nothing extraordinary. People have heart attacks all the time. What makes my 2021 heart attack remarkable is the circumstances surrounding it.

Prayer Might Be Easier Than You Think

Prayer sets the stage for a true encounter with Our Lord. Are you paying attention?

A Note of Gratitude

Yesterday, I had my 22nd vocal cord surgery. The past 7 or 8 have been performed at the University of Michigan Medical Center. Here is the note I just sent them.

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