Learning to be Quick to Listen

With gratitude to God and in joyful communion with the universal Church, we give thanks for the election of Pope Leo XIV . In this moment of grace, the Body of Christ rejoices at the new successor of Peter, chosen to shepherd the flock in a time of both great challenge and great hope. As he begins his sacred ministry, we invite all Eucharistic missionaries, parish leaders, and faithful across the United States to lift him up in prayer—offering personal Mass intentions, Holy Hours, and other devotions for our new Holy Father. In his first words from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica , Pope Leo XIV humbly introduced himself as “a son of Saint Augustine, an Augustinian .” This identity is more than biographical—it signals a deep spiritual heritage rooted in the search for God through community, humility, and love. The Augustinian Rule’s call to be “of one mind and one heart on the way to God” beautifully echoes the vision of the National Eucharistic Revival . As we prepare for our Euc...

Music has an incredible power to move our souls and connect us to something greater than ourselves. When it's inspired by God and created for His worship, its impact can be even more profound. Sarah Kroger's song " Belovedness " is a perfect example of this. You may have seen Sarah as she led praise and worship sessions during the recent National Eucharistic Congress   celebration  in Indianapolis. Kroger's lyrics resonate deeply, highlighting our human tendency to focus on our flaws and insecurities. We often dwell on our failures, shame, and self-doubt , forgetting the truth of our identity as beloved children of God. The song reminds us that God sees us differently. He finds us beautiful, worthy of love, and cherished. This message is particularly important in today's world, where we are constantly bombarded with  negative messages  and unrealistic beauty standards. "Belovedness" offers a counter-narrative, reminding us of our inherent worth ...