My journal entries allow me to understand my perception of the happenings of my world in a particular time and place – what a wonderful opportunity particularly as we journey through the Lenten season and prepare our hearts for the Good News of Easter. I have also been provided with validation for keeping up my journaling over the years and I have no intention of stopping as long as I am able. 

Our theme for Lent 2026 is humility. We know we need our Lord, but how often do we resist that need?

As Catholic women, we often meet Mary not just in prayer, but in the quiet moments of our work — when a project feels impossible, when wisdom is needed in a meeting, or when we must speak truth with grace.

How do we find peace in a culture that never stops talking? How do we hold onto stillness in our work, our homes, and our hearts? This Advent, Catholic Women in Businesses encourages you to turn to the Beatitudes.

What comes to mind when you hear “poor in spirit”? In a general audience on May 2, 2020, Pope Francis told us, “The ‘poor in spirit’ are those who are and feel poor, beggars, in the depths of their being.”

Authentic Selling for faith-driven businesses: learn how to boost sales without being pushy by serving first, practicing honesty and humility, inviting clients to “come and see,” handling rejection with grace, and using stories and testimonials to let your products shine—turning sales into a ministry of love that builds trust and results.