Belief

Hope in a better world starts with believing in the capacity of the human spirit to bring light to the darkness. Our Catholic faith acts as a foundation for how to make the world a better place. These Grotto stories reveal that belief in something, Someone, bigger than ourselves has the power to transform the world.

This author's pregnancy story increased her faith in God.

What Pregnancy Taught Me about Faith and Trust

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Meet Emil Kapaun, the army chaplain who stood in the line of fire to help others.

This Army Chaplain Literally Stood in the Line of Fire

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Watch how a "useless" monk and an air guitar coincide.

Podcast S1 | Ep. 6: Air Guitars and a Useless Monk

Read "The Clamour of the Heart", a poem about finding silence.

“The Clamour of the Heart”

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Know what to expect at a Catholic wedding by reading these three things.

3 Things to Know Before Going to a Catholic Wedding This Summer

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Learn how rock climbing can help strengthen your walk with God.

4 Lessons I Learned from Rock Climbing

Watch this thunderstorm time-lapse video that left us in wonder and awe.

This Time-Lapse Thunderstorm Video Will Leave You Shook

Read this reflective narrative about how this author is coping with chronic illness.

Making Peace with My Chronic Illness

Putting your mental health first is something we all can learn from Simone Biles.

Simone Biles Leaves Olympic Competition for Her Mental Health

Follow these tips for professionally leaving a toxic job.

7 Ways to Stay Professional as You Dump a Toxic Job

Watch how this community center in Elkhart is helping raise young leaders.

Creating A Community Center to Help Raise Leaders

Does anyone really know when is the best time to have a baby? Turns out, there isn't — you just have to go for it.

Figuring Out the ‘Right Time’ to Start A Family

What is a pilgrimage? Read to learn about the transformative religious journeys.

A Pilgrimage Can Change Your Life

Watch Oasis Juice Bar owner Abdi help the community's lifestyle.

Harlem Juice Bar Brings Healthy Choices to the Neighborhood

Finding inspiration from the Olympics and Olympians isn't as hard as it seems.

Inspired by the Olympics? Here’s How to Challenge Yourself