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How’s Your Lent Going?

How’s Your Lent Going?

by Scott Weeman | Feb 25, 2026 | Alcohol & Drug Addiction, Spiritual Tools, The Twelve Steps

We are about a week into the time of year that can be considered a “spring training” for Catholics. Lent is an opportunity for us to imitate Christ by renewing our spiritual discipline prior to the glorious resurrection of our Lord on Easter. The ashes that launch...
The Hidden Addiction

The Hidden Addiction

by Chris | Jan 28, 2026 | Alcohol & Drug Addiction, Compulsive Eating Behaviors, Other Addictions, The Sacraments, The Twelve Steps

I’m an addict. But you can’t tell by looking at me. I don’t have needle marks and I don’t smell of alcohol. I’m not a compulsive gambler or a shopper, either. I’m a food addict. And I hide it well. Most of my family members and work associates are unaware of my...
How to Overcome Falling Indefinitely to Pornography & Masturbation

How to Overcome Falling Indefinitely to Pornography & Masturbation

by Chris | Oct 22, 2025 | Alcohol & Drug Addiction, Help from the Saints, Pornography & Sexual Addiction, Prayer & Scripture Reflections, Spiritual Tools, The Sacraments, The Twelve Steps

Mercy & Glorification in the Wounds of Christ

Mercy & Glorification in the Wounds of Christ

by Chris | Jun 19, 2025 | Alcohol & Drug Addiction, Prayer & Scripture Reflections, The Sacraments, The Twelve Steps

As I write this, the thought that comes to mind is: “How do you put something so vast, infinite, and truly marvelous as God’s mercy and love into words?” For those of you reading this who may not know me or my story, I am a revert to the Catholic faith. I attended...
Lust & Love: Two Sides of the Same Coin

Lust & Love: Two Sides of the Same Coin

by Chris | Feb 13, 2025 | Alcohol & Drug Addiction, Pornography & Sexual Addiction, The Twelve Steps

Recently, I have been reflecting on how my porn addiction began in the first place. This took me back to a dark place in my life during college, when I had broken up with who I thought was the love of my life, which left me directionless and unstable. I had no passion...
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