Over the last few years, I’ve become more interested in sustainability. If you’re not familiar with sustainability, I just googled it and found this definition: avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance Sustainability is basically the latest “green” buzzword among people who care about the environment. My interest in sustainability stems from my gut instinct that caring about the environment is the right thing to do. Recently I’ve been thinking about the environment…Continue Reading
Faith
A Catholic Perspective on the Annunciation
The feast of the Annunciation (also known as the feast of the Incarnation) is another feast common to the liturgical calendar of most major Christian denominations. In fact, the early Church placed a greater emphasis on it than it did Christmas (whose date was predicated on the feast of the Annunciation). The Biblical Story of the Annunciation The story celebrated by this solemnity is found in the first chapter of the Gospel of Luke, verses 26-39; that is, the apparition…Continue Reading
The Meaning of Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday is perhaps the 3rd most recognisable day in the liturgical calendar observed by a number of churches, including the Roman Catholic church to which I belong. The reason for this notoriety, even among non-Christians, is that many church-goers will be going around all day with ashes on their forehead. Like Christmas decorations and Easter eggs, it is an unmistakable sign that something religious is going on. The true significance of the gesture isn’t to show off how pious…Continue Reading
27+ Bible Verses for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day can be a complicated holiday. If you’re single, Valentine’s Day is either a painful reminder of loneliness OR it’s a fun excuse to celebrate with your gal pals. If you’re in a relationship, Valentine’s Day is either an opportunity for romance OR a lot of pressure to spend money. But Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to be a stressful occasion. Especially if you’re a Christian woman, you can turn to God. Of course, Christians should always turn to God!…Continue Reading