Everyday Gifts for the Catholic Man
Christmas Gift Guide Part 2 As we continue our journey through the curated Christmas Gift Guide, we transition from the intellectual feasts of Part 1's must-read books to the tangible expressions o...
Books that Shaped Me: The Catholic Woodworker's Must-Reads
Christmas Gift Guide for Catholic Men, Husbands and Fathers Part 1 Every man is unique, and with millions of books out there, it can be a challenge to pick the right one. If you know me, you'll kno...
The Many Faces of Mary: A Man’s Guide to Marian Devotions with a Spotlight on Our Lady of Sorrows
Life throws curveballs that you didn't see coming. One minute you're feeling like a rockstar, and the next you're wading through the muck, trying to balance work, relationships, and your own well-b...
Decoding the Immaculate Heart of Mary: Essential Reading for the 21st Century Catholic Man
Have you ever found yourself gazing at a compass, marveling at how steadfastly it points north? Now, what if I told you we have our very own spiritual compass, guiding us towards a life of love, fa...
Sanctify Your Summer - Bring Prayer to Every Adventure
Friends, As we embark upon July and hit the summer stride that includes baseball games, outdoor excursions, camping, fishing and maybe even a trip to your favorite vacation spot, have you ever won...
Heart of Devotion: Timeless Faith in a Changing World
Imagine this: it's a chilly Saturday afternoon, and you've just come in from a long, brisk walk. Your best friend greets you at the door with a mug of hot chocolate, the kind that's so warm it seem...
Roses and Telephone Poles: How I Learned to Embrace Small Wins in Praying the Rosary
Picture this: The sun has not yet risen. The air is cool and crisp. The world is quiet, with only the occasional chirping of a bird or rustling of leaves to break the stillness. You pick up your ro...
From Chaos to Calm: How to Incorporate Prayer into Your Hectic Work Life
A little over a month ago (time flies!), I was scrambling to set up my new home office. I have a rather large collection of Catholic art, statues, and crucifixes so it was pretty easy to scatter t...
On Control, Fatherhood and The Lies
If I could use my skill as a woodworker to be a better father, it would look like this. Plan the size and shape of fortitude, faith, love, leadership and patience. Cut them out. Strengthen and repa...
