We all want to be great conversationalists. Who doesn’t want to be the person who lights up the room with our charm, wit, and empathy, easily connecting with others?

A lot of people assume design—especially graphic design—is simply about making something look pretty. I don’t blame them; much of the process happens behind the scenes. But design is so much more than decoration: it provides structure, communication, and problem-solving.

As Catholic women, we can approach design with a unique perspective: we believe in a God who is not only the Creator, but the ultimate Designer.

The Catholic Church teaches that technology is a gift when it serves human dignity and fosters authentic relationships. Still, we have to be careful. Relying too much on AI risks fraying the delicate threads of human connection.

The Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross honors the Cross of Christ. In it, we remember the rich history — things like the astounding story of St. Helena’s discovery of the Cross is in 326 A.D., the dedication of the Holy Sepulcher by Constantine, and of course, the restoration of the Cross to Jerusalem on September 14, 629 A.D. But now, as we celebrate this day, we also call to mind the triumph of the Cross of Christ — conquering death and liberating us from sin.

This article review for "An Exemplary Couple: Saint Gianna Beretta and Pietro Molla" by Valentina Di Marco, explores how the saintly couple balanced faith, marriage, and career. The author, a Catholic business owner, draws personal inspiration from their story, particularly how Gianna successfully integrated her medical career with motherhood through Pietro's support and their shared spiritual foundation.