Challenge: Say Hello

Challenge: Say Hello

If we want to help the Church be more accepting and welcoming, then let’s start where we can actually have an immediate impact. Let’s start by helping someone feel welcomed at Mass. With that in mind, here’s your REAL Challenge for the week: Say...
Challenge: Don’t Complain

Challenge: Don’t Complain

We’re Christian 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so things we don’t consider to be faith-related, like our attitude towards everything going on around us, are definitely reflections of our religious beliefs. Are we grateful and focused on the positive, or do we always...
Challenge: Where You Met Jesus

Challenge: Where You Met Jesus

Learning from our experiences works best when we take the time to reflect on them. As an Advent practice, take ten minutes at the end of the day to think about this one, simple question: “Where did I meet Jesus during my day?” With that in mind, here’s your REAL...
Challenge: Thank a Volunteer

Challenge: Thank a Volunteer

There are so many good people trying to do the right thing, but they’re fighting an uphill battle. They’re often underappreciated and are on their way to burning out. Let’s try to stop that from happening! With that in mind, here’s your REAL Challenge for the...
Challenge: Environmental Action

Challenge: Environmental Action

Our planet is in crisis right now. Wildfires are raging out of control. Droughts are devastating large areas of the world. The polar ice caps are melting, coral reefs are dying, and severe weather events are getting more frequent and more powerful. Creation is crying...
Challenge: Write a Letter

Challenge: Write a Letter

As Catholics, we go to Mass and receive the Sacraments because we believe in God – but have you ever really taken the time to think about that? You might know what the Church teaches, or you might be able to quote Scripture, but can you clearly explain what YOU...