Step 11: Recollection "I will lead her into the wilderness and I will speak to her heart" (Hos 2:14). Our union with God is strengthened by it. Our life in Christ must have it. Our soul desires it. Our heart seeks it. Our life keeps order with it. Our world needs it. St. Augustine was right in … Continue reading Sinners Anonymous: 12 Steps to Holiness

Step 10: Mortification He that loveth his life shall lose it, and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life eternal. John 12:25 External and Internal mortification or "self-denial". It is Lenten season by the way, what better time to bask in the richness of this virtue. I think St. Jose … Continue reading Sinners Anonymous: 12 Steps To Holiness

Step 9: Meekness and Humility "Learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart" (Matt. 11:29) A builder walked up to an empty lot one day and stood before it, contemplating what it could possibly become. He toyed with creative possibilities and . . . alas! It's purpose was determined! This parcel of land will become a temple, … Continue reading Sinners Anonymous: 12 Steps to Holiness