Terry N. Hursh

What St. Therese of Liseaux Teaches Us Today

Thérèse’s "Little Way" is not a call to passive complacency; it is a call to spiritual warfare against our own pride. It takes immense courage to surrender the desire for control and self-validation.

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Both Heart and Mind

Our Faith requires us to use both our hearts and minds. The Goal of Christian maturity is to teach the heart wisely--and to teach the mind that wisdom without love is not wisdom enough.

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Clebrating St. George

A brief history of St. George and what he teaches us today.

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Dr. St. Hilary's Prescription for Us Today

The relevance of St. Hilary and his defense of the church in his time...and in ours.

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The Significance of St. Adrian of Canterbury for Us Today

This articles looks at the life and contribution of St. Adrian of Canterbury and his significance in developin the idea of holistic education, integrating faith and reason.

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Reflections on the Feast of St. Thomas Becket of Canterbury

A Look at St. Thomas Becket of Canterbury and the political realities of his time. Defiance or compromise?

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Prayerful Reflection on the Mysticism of St. John the apostle

A Reflection on the mystical aspects of the theology of St John the Apostle. Suitable for personal devotion.

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St. Stephen: Proto Martyr and Enduring Example of Faith

A short reflection on the Church's first martyr, and the lessons we can learn from his courage for today.

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Stand Up for the Truth! What St. Eusebius Teaches Us!

A brief essay remembering St. Eusebius on his feast day. It speaks of his suffering in standing up for the truth of orthodoxy against the Arian heresy of his times.

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Learning From Loretto

Reflection on the Feast of Our Lady of Loretto

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"Lord, Give me the Scraps...I've Been Waiting a Long Time!"

An example of the expansiveness of God's love as we wait...sometimes in desperation...for an answer. The article is based on the pericope found in Matthew's Gospel 15:21-28 of the Canaanite woman who seeks healing for her daughter.

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Getting Ahead in Today's World: What St. Francis Xavier Can Teach Us

A Brief article on St. Francis Xavier choosing God's will over his own plans and ambitions. How does this speak to us today?

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"Moral Theology From a Desert Crank" St. Jerome for Today

A look at the moral theology of St. Jerome expressed in his writings and personal letters. His guidance is especially timely today.

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