For St. Teresa, holiness begins not in lofty thoughts but in daily conversation with the One who loves us most.

‘Prayer is an aspiration of the heart. It is a simple glance directed to heaven. It is a cry of gratitude and love in the midst of trial as well as joy.’ — St. Thérèse of Lisieux Candles illuminate ...

He quoted from “Ma Tovu” at the start of a quick visit meant to help quell a month of violence that has peaked in recent days. Blinken met with Israeli Prime Minster Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday and ...