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Loneliness Matters: Protecting Your Body, Mind, and Soul
In today’s world, loneliness is more common than ever—especially among Christian singles searching for authentic love and community. But loneliness isn’t just an emotion; it’s a serious issue that impacts our mental health, physical health, and spiritual life. As...
Dating as Self-Giving: Choosing Intentionally Through Virtue
In today’s culture, dating is often presented as a way to get—to get attention, get affirmation, or get someone who will meet all of our needs. But as Christians, we know love is not about grasping or taking. Love is self-giving. It’s a reflection of Christ’s...
Ignatian Discernment for Christian Singles: How to Choose a Holy and Happy Relationship
Dating as a Christian today can feel confusing, frustrating, or even exhausting. With so many voices, apps, and expectations surrounding relationships, how do we make wise decisions when it comes to love? That’s where Ignatian discernment becomes a powerful spiritual...
5 Steps to Intentional Dating
What is Intentional Dating? A crucial component in the dating process is to become intentional. The intention behind everything will be the result of your desire. When you date intentionally you are intentionally seeking a husband or wife. Through this process, you...
Are You Discerning the Right Way?
Who is St. Ignatius of Loyola? Ignatian spirituality is associated with St. Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556), founder of the Jesuits (also known as the Society of Jesus), but it can be practiced by anyone. Ignatius was born in northern Spain to a family of minor...
Do You Have Unspoken Grief?
There is an Asian pottery technique called kintsugi which means “golden repair.” When a ceramic gets broken, it is glued together and afterward, the broken pieces are highlighted rather than hidden in order to see the art of seeing beauty in the imperfections. This...
Do You Have a Growth Mindset?
What is a Growth Mindset? Your mindset effects your thoughts----beliefs-----and actions, which will have a direct impact upon your life. Basically, you are creating the world around you and it all begins with one thought. Growth mindset is the belief that you can...
Are You Authentically Masculine?
The Importance of Authenticity As a single person, it is significantly important to show up as yourself because it allows your dates to see you for who you actually are, rather than an image of who you are, so they can discern more fully if you are the right fit for...
Are you practicing Authentic Femininity?
"It's about the choice to show up and be real. The choice to be honest. The choice to let our true selves be seen” -- Brene Brown, the Gifts of Imperfection The Importance of Authenticity As a single person, it is significantly important to show up as yourself...
Can you hear the voice of God?
“Prayer is not asking. Prayer is putting oneself in the hands of God, at His disposition and listening to His voice in the depth of our hearts” Mother Teresa I believe that you have a deep inner awareness, an inner GPS, that is always guiding you. I believe that this...
3 Ways to Become More Intentional to Meet Your Match
The New Year is a great time to slow down and become more mindful and intentional. Father Mike Schmitz recently had a homily about the power of intention. In it, he discusses the Blessed Mother as a model for how we should act, especially regarding her contemplation...
Mastering the Art of Feminine and Masculine Energy in Relationships
As human beings, each gender has feminine and masculine energy. Men are innately attracted to the feminine and women are innately attracted to the masculine energy. If one is a bit unbalanced, it throws off the natural balance of the entire relationship. If a...
