On my worst days I can fall victim to being anxious about my anxiety where I'm convinced that this cross is a barrier to God's will being realized in my life. If instead we surrender that struggl...
I wrote an article on Monday called Public Enemy #1 about my encounter in adoration. In that email I challenged you to think about the #1 habitual sin in your life, and I offered some suggestions ...
When we look at our own plans and prayerfully discern God's plans for us, it's important to account for the obstacles. What is the #1 sin in your life that's getting in the way of living the life ...
Happy New Year from all of us here at The Catholic Woodworker. 2021 was an unforgettable year. It was a hard year. Many of us hoped that a new year would mean returning to some previous normal. It'...
Can you relate to my Advent experience?
This Advent, I want to work on being less fragmented, more present. I can't be fully present to my wife, to our children, or to GOD in prayer if my life is disorganized. Disorganized for me look...
“These don’t look like the others!”: The St. Benedict and Pardon Crucifixes
A while back, we published a blog post about crucifix basics—what they are, why they’re important, and how you use them. Today, we’re drilling down on two of the most common variations that appear ...
Rosary basics for the Month of the Rosary!
October, as you may know, is the Month of the Most Holy Rosary. At the Catholic Woodworker we really love the Rosary and believe in its importance—and bringing rosaries to you is a big part of o...
Video Consultations: An Easy Way to the Perfect Rosary!
At the Catholic Woodworker, we are all about the creation of meaningful sacred space in your home and life. Oftentimes, a big part of that meaning is the personal touch. Where you pray, and what...
What we’re made of: an inside look
Here they are. Our deepest trade secrets—revealed! What makes a premium, handmade item from the Catholic Woodworker tick? What’s it made from? How do we make that choice? Who helps us do it? An...
