Ron Ash Articles
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The Better Part: Hearing God in a World That Never Stops
God knows us before we achieve, calls us by grace, and invites us to hear His word. Explore how Galatians 1, Psalm 139, and the story of Martha and Mary teach us to choose the better part amid modern pressures, distraction, and anxious striving. -
Are They Signs or Superstitions? A Catholic Guide to Discernment
Is a meaningful coincidence an answer to prayer, an angelic message, or superstition? Through a story of betrayal and forgiveness, explore Catholic guidance on providence, private revelation, prudent discernment, and finding peace without needing certainty. -
When a Child Leaves the Church: A Catholic Guide to Prayer, Patience, and Welcome
A Catholic guide for parents whose child has stepped away from the Church. Explore how to listen without judgment, respect freedom of conscience, respond to wounds, offer gentle invitations, and pray with hope while leaving the door open.
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When God Says “Not Yet”: Trusting Him With Rejection and Disappointment
When a relationship, job, partnership, or opportunity falls through, it may not be failure. Explore how God can use rejection, delay, and disappointment to protect, prepare, redirect, and lead us toward His purposes.
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Eucharistic Adoration: Meeting Jesus in the True Presence
Eucharistic Adoration is the worship of Jesus Christ truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. Learn about its origins and significance, what to do before, during, and after prayer, what to avoid, and how Adoration can deepen Catholic faith.
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How to Pray the Stations of the Cross
Learn how to pray the Stations of the Cross and meditate on Jesus’ Passion, from His condemnation and journey to Calvary through His death and burial. Discover the origins of this Catholic devotion and the meaning of each of the fourteen stations.
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Where God Meets Us: The Grace of the Present Moment
A Catholic reflection on living in the present moment, releasing past regret, surrendering future anxiety, and recognizing God’s grace in the ordinary responsibilities of today. -
How to Make the Perfect Confession: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to make a good Catholic Confession, from examining your conscience and expressing true contrition to receiving absolution and living in the peace of God’s mercy afterward. -
Catholic Mystic Saints: Encounters with the Living God — A Journey into Union with God
From the dark nights endured by St. John of the Cross to the stigmata of Padre Pio, Catholic mystic saints have borne witness to a faith that is not merely believed but lived at its deepest level. Discover the defining characteristics of Catholic mysticism, the lives of its greatest saints, and what it means to walk a mystical path in the Church today. -
Do Angels Carry Messages to Us from Our Deceased Loved Ones?
Can our deceased loved ones still reach us through angels? The Catholic Church offers a nuanced, scripturally grounded answer — one that distinguishes what angels truly are, what the Church teaches about communicating with the dead, and where genuine consolation actually comes from. If you've ever wondered whether a sign, a dream, or a sudden sense of peace was a message from someone you've lost, this is the answer the Church gives.
