Faith Hakesley
 

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ +JMJ+ Every February, our culture loudly proclaims its version of love. Hearts, chocolates, flowers, and grand romantic gestures flood the shelves and social media feeds. Somewhere along the way, love itself has become strangely distorted even among Christians. Love is often reduced to a feeling, a fleeting emotion, or a self-centered pursuit of personal happiness. Marriage is redefined as a contract of convenience (a mere piece of paper) rather than a covenant

+JMJ+ I’m into my third trimester of pregnancy with our sixth baby, and it’s safe to say this has been the most stretching season of my...

I’ve seen too many Catholics walk away from the Church over hard truths.

Once again, we’re watching a tragic and infuriating scenario play out in the news: a young male victimized by a predatory adult woman.

There’s a sad, quiet kind of brokenness that sometimes plays out in church halls, prayer groups, and ministries.

There are situations in which we genuinely want to help someone.

+JMJ+ Every June, we are surrounded by messages of affirmation and celebration tied to LGBTQ+ identities. For Catholics, this month can...

+JMJ+ If there’s one word I could use to describe the last several months, it’s surrender (followed closely by trust). This season of...

+JMJ+ Mother’s Day can bring out a full range of emotions. For some, it’s a day of celebration—of hugs, flowers, and thank-you’s. It’s a...

A gentle reminder about distancing yourself from abusive/toxic relationships +JMJ+ The holidays are fast approaching and I want to...

Marriage after abuse +JMJ+ This month, my husband and I are celebrating 12 years of marriage. Actually, our anniversary also falls on the...

Some encouragement for families struggling with stress in the home +JMJ+ Sometimes life around us becomes so chaotic or full of anxiety...