LORRAINE V. MURRAY, Columnist
The Murrays are parishioners at St. Thomas More in Decatur. Readers may write them at lorrainevmurray@yahoo.com. Lorraine Murray's books are available at www.lorrainevmurray.com.
Lorraine & Jeff Murray
Thursday, February 2, 2012
A Reluctant Pilgrim At Lourdes
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Meeting Christ On The Road To Life
Thursday, January 5, 2012
Thursday, December 22, 2011
A Manger Moose - And Other Christmas Confessions
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Lucy Brightens Dark Days Of Advent
Thursday, November 10, 2011
‘I Can’t Stand The Music’—And Other Excuses
Thursday, October 27, 2011
A Broken Watch, A Hungry Soul—And A Wake-Up Call
Thursday, October 13, 2011
‘Catholics Aren’t Christians’ – And Other Common Myths
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Is God Still In Control Of The World?
Thursday, September 1, 2011
What The Squirrels Taught Me About God
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Thursday, August 4, 2011
The Lion At The Foot Of The Altar
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Spiritual Direction On A Back Road In Florida
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Reflections On A Rescue: ‘What If I Had Stayed Home?’
Thursday, June 9, 2011
A Cabin, A Loft And A Troubled Heart
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Two Cousins, Two Miracles—And An Unforgettable Visit
Thursday, May 12, 2011
The Latest Apparition Of Mary—Our Front Yard!
Thursday, April 28, 2011
The Man Called Papa: A Reflection Of God’s Mercy
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Jesus In The Eyes Of Mary Magdalene
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Saying ‘Yes’ To God: Flannery O’Connor And Mary Ann
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Doubting The Devil Is Dangerous
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Thursday, January 6, 2011
‘Lord, Please Make Sure I Take The Right Exit!’
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Thursday, October 14, 2010
A Salute To Manly-Man Catholics!
Thursday, September 30, 2010
The Shocking Truth About St. Francis
Thursday, September 16, 2010
With Jesus, There Is Always A Way Home
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Holding The Dream In Our Hearts
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Seeing Christ In The World’s Rejects
Thursday, July 22, 2010
The Big Question: ‘What Do Women Want?’
Thursday, July 8, 2010
‘We Will Do Anything To Get To Jesus’
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Savoring A ‘God Moment’ At The Beach
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Marriage Provides Opportunities For Holiness
Thursday, May 13, 2010
A Secret Recipe For Befriending God
Thursday, April 29, 2010
The Dream Of Pontius Pilate’s Wife
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Removing Our Masks Before Jesus
Thursday, April 1, 2010
No Gold Stars On My Lenten Report Card
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Thanking St. Joseph With Pasta, Pastries And Prayers
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Watch Out For Lenten Landmines
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Lenten Resolution: Stop Trying To Control People
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Searching For Jesus In Great Anxiety
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Revealing Secrets Of The Heart
Thursday, January 7, 2010
What If Jesus Knocked On The Door?
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Santa Remains Symbol Of Generosity And Love
Thursday, December 10, 2009
‘Don’t Let Go Of My Hand, Lord!’
Thursday, November 26, 2009
‘Lord, Help Me! Here Comes The Christmas Train!’
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Aging Is Part Of Christ’s Cross
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Language Muddles Abortion Debate
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Shower Of Love Celebrates Greatest Gift Of All
Thursday, September 17, 2009
It Takes a Village To Shape a Christian Heart
Thursday, September 3, 2009
God Pursues Us, But We Have To Stop Running
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Natural Wonders Give Glimpses Of Heaven
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Prayers For The Man I Call ‘Brother’
Thursday, July 16, 2009
My Summer Vacation With Flannery O’Connor
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Priests Bring Light of Christ Into Our Hearts
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Thursday, May 7, 2009
‘I Really Am My Mother’s Daughter’
Thursday, April 23, 2009
My Secret Knight In Shining Armor
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Wild Beasts In My Lenten Desert
Thursday, March 19, 2009
The Secret Words In The Heart Of A Mother
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Thursday, January 15, 2009
The Forgotten Heart Of Feminism
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Voices From The Christmas Crèche
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Advent Attitude Check: Have I Lost My Joy?
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Mother Mary: The Jewel Of Advent
Thursday, November 13, 2008
‘You’re A Good Person’ And Other Confession Excuses
Thursday, October 30, 2008
An Angel’s Message On All Souls Day
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Respect Life Sunday Reminds Us Of Christ’s Teachings
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Book Urges Catholics To Defend Faith In Political Arena
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Thursday, September 4, 2008
The Hidden Life Of St. Rosalia
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Memories Of Betsey Fox-Genovese, A Lady Of Grace
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Secrets Of A Happy Catholic Marriage
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Lesson From A Little Child And An Old Stuffed Dog
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Roses, The Blessed Mother—And A Joyful Child
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Searching For The Simple Life Of The Shire
Thursday, May 8, 2008
A Gift More Precious Than Jewels
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Little Acts Of Love Illuminate Pope’s Visit
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Sandwiches, Treasure Hunts—And The Search For God
Thursday, April 3, 2008
‘I’ll Just Pray At Home’ And Other Sunday Snares
Thursday, March 20, 2008
The First Easter: Through The Eyes Of Mary Magdalene
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Book Gives Chilling Tour of Hell
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Discovering The Secret Of Lenten Joy
Thursday, February 21, 2008
My Lenten Prayer: ‘Jesus, I Will Not Betray You’
Thursday, February 7, 2008
African Saint A Perfect Lenten Companion
Thursday, January 24, 2008
A Winter Day’s Meditation On A Squirrel
Thursday, January 10, 2008
The Real Truth About ‘The Little Flower’
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Christmas Prayer: May The Little Child Lead Us
