by Chris | Sep 3, 2025 | Adult Children of an Alcoholic, Family, Help from the Saints, Loved One of an Addict, Saints—On Earth & in Heaven, Spiritual Tools
On my night table sits a small figurine of Saint Joseph sleeping. Over time, the figurine has become a symbol of safety for me. Each night before I go to sleep, I glance at it, pray, and let my heart rest. This is not how I used to feel about father figures. My...
by Chris | Aug 27, 2025 | General, Getting Sober, Spiritual Tools
I chose Saint Augustine as my confirmation saint because his story offers hope of sainthood to wild men like me and because of his motto: Caritas, Veritas, Unitas (Charity, Truth, Unity). He understood these must work in harmony to build God’s kingdom. Love without...