Feb 15, 2023 | Catholic Lifestyle, Catholic Spirituality, CMF CURO Community, Health and Wellness
Motivational speaker Jim Rohn is attributed to the following quote, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” This statement reveals the human tendency to take on the tendencies of those we allow to influence us=. It shows us the reality...
Feb 2, 2023 | Catholic Lifestyle, Catholic Spirituality, Health and Wellness
St. Blaise has long been revered in the Church as an intercessor for the healing of throats. On his feast day (February 3rd) and the days surrounding, many participate in a throat blessing. But where does this come from? St. Blaise was a bishop and doctor, living in...
Jan 6, 2023 | Catholic Lifestyle, Catholic Spirituality, CMF CURO Community, Health and Wellness
This new year, we invite you to dream! Reflect on where you are, in your spiritual life, with work balance, and with your physical health. This is not a time to cast judgments on yourself or on others, but a time to simply assess. New starts can be very helpful aids...
Dec 14, 2022 | Catholic Lifestyle, Catholic Spirituality, Health and Wellness
While we often speak about Advent as awaiting the coming of our Messiah, there is a silent watchfulness and preparation of Mary’s entire being that has the ability to draw us even closer to her son. Mary’s maternal preparation can be easily overlooked in light of the...
Nov 18, 2022 | Catholic Lifestyle, Catholic Spirituality, CMF CURO Community, Health and Wellness
Thanksgiving, a time of family, friendship, community, and food, is quickly approaching. How can we better prepare this year for this upcoming holiday? How can we prepare our whole person, in spirit, mind, and body for the business and/or stress that it may entail?...
Nov 1, 2022 | Catholic Lifestyle, Catholic Spirituality, CMF CURO Community, Health and Wellness
Today we celebrate the Solemnity of All Saints. Why do Catholics celebrate the lives of the Saints? Why do we ask for their Intercession? St. Thomas Moore answers these questions saying, “Those in the Catholic Church, whom some rebuke for praying to Saints and going...