Catholic women entrepreneurs explore surrender and consecration in business, using Mary's example at Cana to lead with faith instead of control.

St. Anselm was an important scholar of the Middle Ages and is recognized as one of the Doctors of the Church. Later in his life he served as Archbishop of Canterbury. He passed away on April 21 in the year 1109, and his feast day is celebrated annually on that day.

The book Leadership Unblocked: Break Through the Beliefs that Limit Your Potential by Muriel M. Wilkins was a book I struggled to read. As a naturally introspective person who feels like I already have a strong awareness of my strengths and weaknesses, I was humbled to realize how much growth I still need in many areas. However, that realization was not discouraging, but instead inspiring.

We live in a world that celebrates speed:  fast growth, instant results, quick decisions. But prudence slows us down, not to paralyze us, but to make sure we’re acting with wisdom rather than by impulse. Aquinas reminds us that prudence isn’t just about caution; it’s about discernment. He even says that “prudence implies a right ordering of reason toward action.”

Catholics are trying to keep Advent as a time for prayer and reflection as we wait for the coming of Christ. We aren’t just worrying about all the decorations or checklists, but we are using this time to pray and reflect on Christ. This Beatitude reminds us that following Christ often means standing firm in our values, even when it’s uncomfortable or unpopular.

This article explores the life and legacy of St. Vincent de Paul, the "Apostle of Charity," who transformed from a young priest into one of history's greatest advocates for the poor and marginalized.