By Nature Embodied:  The Essential Role of Physical Education In a Liberal Arts Education

By Nature Embodied: The Essential Role of Physical Education In a Liberal Arts Education

Man is by nature body and soul, and therefore, our bodies are not accidental.  We know this intellectually as Catholics, but we also experience this reality when we move and strive physically.  There is tremendous satisfaction and joy when our bodies are attuned to...
Preparing with Prayer and Joy: Embracing the Rich Traditions of the Advent Season

Preparing with Prayer and Joy: Embracing the Rich Traditions of the Advent Season

By the beginning of December, stores have filled up with the ribbons and wrappings of the commercial Christmas season. Meanwhile, as Catholics we are ushering in a new liturgical year. It is during this Advent season that we focus on the prayerful joy of preparation...
Repetitio Mater Memoriae in Pope Leo XIV’s “Drawing New Maps of Hope”

Repetitio Mater Memoriae in Pope Leo XIV’s “Drawing New Maps of Hope”

I have four children. My oldest is almost 17 years old, and so I have many years of experience behind what I’m about to claim: Mothers have to repeat the most important things over and over and over again.  “Repetitio Mater Memoriae,” the Latin phrase meaning...
Speak the Truth in Love: Effective Teacher Evaluations that Honor the Dignity of the Human Person

Speak the Truth in Love: Effective Teacher Evaluations that Honor the Dignity of the Human Person

What is it that makes evaluation of others in the work setting seem so difficult?  Many earnest followers of Christ feel tension when it comes to judging others’ work.  Our desire for solid working relationships with the faculty and staff can feel like an obstacle to...