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Watch this "media nun" bring joy to the internet.

The “Media Nun” Brings Joy to the Internet

Video / Community

Watch how this woman decided to go from foster to adopt after hearing God's calling.

The Power of Saying ‘Yes’ to Adoption

Video / Transform

Watch this woman create tiny purple food pantries for her community during the pandemic.

These DIY Food Pantries are Feeding the Community

Watch why it's important to vote according to CSPL (Coalition for Spiritual and Public Leadership).

DACA Recipient Who Can’t Vote Encourages Others Who Can

Video / Volunteer

Watch Mary Kate Callahan, an aspiring paralympic athlete, define the odds here.

Meet One of the Nation’s Top Paratriathletes

Video / Career & Finance

Watch how the Local Cup coffee shop functions on a paying it forward basis.

Local Coffee Shop Runs on Acts of Kindness

Video / Transform

Pursue your passion after watching this assistant principal left his job to become a woodworker.

Assistant Principal Finds Passion in Woodworking

Video / Career & Finance

Watch Bridget's Cradles give the gift of hope and healing to grieving parents.

Giving the Gift of Hope and Healing to Grieving Parents

Watch how volunteering at Here Kitty Kitty Rescue made this couple strong.

Volunteering at a Cat Rescue Keeps This Couple Strong

Watch how this mother finds calm and peace within her Virgin Mary paintings.

Mother Finds Healing in Painting Portraits of Mary

Watch why these moments from our #Grottostories exemplify the definition of joy.

Grotto Celebrates Joy

Video / Community

What is a sports chaplain? Meet Fr. Pete, Notre Dame men's basketball team chaplain.

Supporting the Fighting Irish On and Off the Court

Video / Community

Learn to take risks by following this artisan's example.

This Baker Takes Artisan to a New Level

Video / Career & Finance

This Special Olympics track and field event is for all abilities in South Bend, Indiana.

Special Olympics Track & Field Event Gives Everyone a Chance to Compete

Video / Volunteer

This London photographer lifts up immigration stories by capturing them on film.

Using Portraiture to Highlight Immigrant Stories in the UK

Video / Transform

Are you team Real Tree or Fake Tree? Watch as a Christmas tree farm worker explains the magic of cutting down your own tree.

Growing Up on a Christmas Tree Farm

Video / Transform

Watch these pilgrims in their efforts of helping immigrants cross into the US to seek asylum at the Mexican border.

The El Paso Pilgrimage

Watch this poet and her answer to why identity is important.

This Poet Uses Her Christian and Potawatomi Heritage to Share Beauty

Video / Transform

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3 Tips for Naturally Better Sleep

Article & Video / Health & Wellness

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The Impact of the ‘Welcome Your Neighbor’ Signs

Video / Community

Natural-Healer

Serving Natural Remedies for Healing and Health

Accepting-Feedback

3 Tips for Receiving Feedback at Work

Article & Video / Career & Finance

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Halloween Traditions from Catholicism

What-is-an-Exorcism

Truths About Real Life Exorcisms

How-to-Become-a-Saint

Steps to Sainthood: The Canonization Process

How-to-Eat-Better

5 Food & Drink Guidelines to Transform Your Health

Article & Video / Health & Wellness

How-to-Break-Up-with-Someone-Nicely

How to Dump Someone (Nicely)

Article & Video / Relationships

Dating-App-Tips

3 Tips for Intentional Online Dating

Article & Video / Relationships

Career-Development-Tips

4 Ways to Level Up in Your Career

Article & Video / Career & Finance

Getting-Rid-of-Toxic-Friends

3 Tips for Dealing with a Toxic Friendship

Article & Video / Relationships

Networking-Hacks

4 Tips for Top-Notch Networking

Article & Video / Career & Finance

How-To-Stay-Motivated-To-Work-Out

6 Hacks for Staying Motivated to Work Out

Article & Video / Health & Wellness

How-To-Set-Boundaries-With-Family

How to Set Healthy Boundaries with Family

Article & Video / Relationships

How-To-Be-Happy-Single

3 Secrets to Being Happy in Singlehood

Article & Video / Relationships

How-To-Be-Patient-In-Love

How to Be Patient While You’re Waiting for Love

Article & Video / Relationships

How-To-Move-To-A-New-City

7 Tips for Packing for a Big Move

Article & Video / Career & Finance

Communication-In-Marriage

How to Keep Communication Alive in Marriage

Video / Relationships

Questions-to-Ask-Before-Getting-Married

3 Questions to Ask Before Getting Married

Article & Video / Relationships

How-to-Recycle

How to Build Better Recycling Habits

Article & Video / Volunteer

Traveling-Solo

3 Beginner Tips for Traveling Solo

Article & Video / Health & Wellness

How-to-Stay-Productive

3 Things Productive People Know How to Do

Article & Video / Career & Finance

Learn why we make constant mistakes as well as how to learn from mistakes.

3 Tips for Learning from Your Mistakes

Article & Video / Transform

Preparing for parenthood can be easier after reading these three methods.

3 Ways to Prepare for Being a First-Time Parent

Article & Video / Relationships

These 3 easy habits can help you start the day off right if you have trouble waking up early in the morning.

3 Things to Do to Start Your Day off Right

Article & Video / Health & Wellness

Follow these 4 steps for how to survive a breakup.

How to Survive Being Dumped

Article & Video / Relationships

Read this therapist's advice for coping with unexpected death.

A Therapist’s Advice on Coping with Unexpected Death

Article & Video / Heal

Read this author's 4 tips for how to plan a road trip that will be unforgettable! Pictured: the sight of a coast out of the front windshield of a car.

4 Tips for Planning the Perfect Road Trip

Article & Video / Health & Wellness

Follow these 5 tips for how to live on a budget — and not feel the pinch.

5 Tips For Living on a Tight Budget Without Feeling the Pinch

Article & Video / Career & Finance

Here are the self-care basics you need to start and why it matters.

Self-Care Basics: Why It Matters and Where to Start

Article & Video / Health & Wellness

New to cooking? Read these 5 things to know before cooking.

5 Things Every Beginner Cook Needs to Know

Article & Video / Health & Wellness

What is St. Bibiana the patron saint of? These young adults try to spot the lie.

Two Truths and a Lie: St. Bibiana

Video / Community

Do you know these Catholic female saints? Test your knowledge with this trivia game.

Catholic Female Saints Party Game

Video / Community

Do you know the definition of basilica vs cathedral? We asked these young adults in this week's episode of Catholic 101.

Basilica vs Cathedral: What’s the Difference?

What is a monstrance? We quizzed these Catholic young adults. Do you know?

What is a Monstrance?

What is a ciborium? In this episode of Catholic101, we ask these young adults. Do you know?

What is a Ciborium?

What is a sacristy? In this episode of Catholic101, we ask these young adults. Do you know?

What Is a Sacristy?

Who was St. Drogo? See if you can answer this Catholic trivia about him.

Two Truths and a Lie: St. Drogo

Video / Community

What are the 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit? Test your knowledge with this Catholic trivia!

What Are the Gifts of the Holy Spirit?

Try these 4 ways to handle stress-filled weeks.

4 Ways I Reclaim Control of a Crazy Busy Week

Article & Video / Health & Wellness

This man found community and rediscovered a passion for serving others when he turned to the Catholic Worker House for help.

Notre Dame Surprises First Generation College Student

Video / Transform

Why don't Catholics eat meat on Fridays during Lent? Test your Catholic knowledge with this Lenten trivia.

Why Don’t Catholics Eat Meat on Fridays During Lent?

Try these 7 stress relief activities to avoid burnout.

7 Things to Do Every Weekend to Avoid Burnout

Article & Video / Health & Wellness

What is Ash Wednesday? Do you know the answers to this Catholic Lenten trivia?

What is Ash Wednesday? Catholic Trivia

What is Lent? Quiz yourself with this Lenten trivia.

What is Lent? Catholic Trivia

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Guess Who’s New in Town? Grotto Chicago

Download these free Advent coloring pages to help reflect on the holiday season.

Free Download: Advent Coloring Pages

Download this free recipe for vegan stew.

Comfort in Cold Weather: Winter Beefless Stew

Learn why you should watch "Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist" and what it has to teach you.

What Makes ‘Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist’ an Extraordinary Show

Read these five steps for how to feel at home when moving to a new city.

5 Ways to Feel at Home in Your New City

Watch how this dance teacher helps others in his community.

Providing a Home Through Dance

Learn about your deepest desires by asking "What do I want?"

Gatsby’s Great Desire Leaves Us Wondering What We Really Want

Read "Noisy Praise", a poem about praising God.

“Noisy Praise”

Listen to Good & Decent's Season 2 opener about two people who celebrate life.

Good and Decent S2 | E1: Gratitude Despite

Listen to this Spotify playlist that features songs about gratitude.

Gratitude Spotify Playlist | #GrottoMusic