grace

  • Lectio: We Are Kept

    Lectio: We Are Kept

    In this comforting Lectio Divina, Julian of Norwich reflects on the notion that God allows us to fall, yet in His infinite love, might, and wisdom, He sustains us. This reflection sheds light on the divine purpose behind our struggles, assuring us that even in our failures, we remain held by God’s grace. It…

  • Oratio: Written On Our Hearts

    Oratio: Written On Our Hearts

    This reflection by Robert Van Valkenburgh reminds us that the Word of God is not just written in scripture but inscribed on our hearts with the ink of love. It is revealed through grace, deepened in silence and humility, and expressed in mercy and goodness toward all creation. At its core, God’s Word is…

  • Lectio: Invisible Grace

    Lectio: Invisible Grace

    St. Augustine beautifully describes the essence of a sacrament as “a visible sign of invisible grace.” This timeless truth highlights how the sacraments reveal God’s presence and love in tangible ways, making the unseen grace of Christ accessible to the faithful.

  • Lectio: Divine Word

    Lectio: Divine Word

    John Tauler reflects on the gift of inner stillness, teaching that in silence and spiritual peace, the Divine Word of God can be born within our souls. This timeless Christian wisdom invites believers to seek grace, contemplation, and union with God through quiet surrender.