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Introducing Bible Blox™: Building Faith, One Block at a Time

When we first launched The Modern Apostle™, it was never just about products. It was about purpose. Built by three faith-driven...

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Jul 283 min read

Embracing the Unexpected: A Journey of Surprises

The Joy of New Beginnings Life has a funny way of surprising us. Just when we think we have it all figured out, God sends something...

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Jul 243 min read

Faith in the Fire: A Reflection on Public Service, Conviction, and the Call to Lead

When I first stepped into public service, I did so with a deep sense of responsibility….not just to my community, but to my faith, my...

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Jul 232 min read

Marked for Eternity: Understanding the Power of Infant Baptism

One of the most pivotal moments in our lives is usually one we don’t even remember. As infants, many of us were carried to the baptismal...

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Jul 223 min read

God’s Love for the Condemned

The concept of divine love, particularly in Christian theology, extends to all humanity, including those society deems condemned—sinners,...

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Jul 212 min read

🎣 Fishing Is Evangelization

One of my favorite pastimes is fishing. There’s something deeply peaceful and grounding about saltwater fishing—whether it’s casting off...

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Jul 182 min read

Inviting God Into Every Moment

Lately, I’ve been trying to get into the habit of asking God to be part of my day— every chance I get . Before my feet hit the floor...

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Jul 171 min read

Grace in the Heat of Summer: A Mother’s Reflection on a Sweltering Summer Day

It’s the kind of day where the air sticks to your skin and the noise never quite settles…..children’s laughter, the clatter of flip-flops...

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Jul 162 min read

Knuckleball

Tim Wakefield #49 Boston Redsox Hopefully this doesn’t offend anyone, but my favorite baseball team has always been the Boston Red...

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Jul 152 min read

Finding Faith in the Darkest of Times

In the midst of life’s most trying moments—when loss, fear, or uncertainty cast long shadows—finding faith can feel like searching for...

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Jul 142 min read

More Than a Rod and Reel: Teaching Our Sons the Spiritual Art of Fishing

There’s something timeless about fishing—something that speaks to the soul of a man, young or old. It’s an art, a sport, and a life skill...

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Jul 112 min read

Marriage is the end of “me” and the beginning of “we.”

Patrick and Amanda Leigh When I said “yes” at the altar, I wasn’t just agreeing to a lifelong partnership—I was surrendering a...

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Jul 101 min read

Watching My Daughter Dance – A Catholic Mother’s Reflection on Influence and Identity

Over the Fourth of July week, I traveled to Rhode Island with my four-year-old daughter for her national dance competition. It was a...

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Jul 92 min read

Water, Grace, and the Heat of Summer

“Whoever drinks the water I shall give will never thirst; the water I shall give will become in him a spring of water welling up to...

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Jul 82 min read

Faith and the Founding

Christianity played a significant role in shaping the founding of the United States, influencing the values, laws, and culture of the...

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Jul 72 min read

Faith, Freedom & Fellowship: A Fourth of July Reflection

This morning, Patrick and I kicked off the Fourth of July with a peaceful sunrise fishing outing. As the sun broke over the water, we...

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Jul 41 min read

Grace in the Chaos: A Wife and Mother's Battle for Prayer Time

FamLeigh Every evening, I try to gather myself to recite the Rosary. And every evening, without fail, distractions creep in —...

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Jul 32 min read

Sharing Faith at Home: The Journey of Evangelization

A Personal Journey to Faith There was a time in my youth when I felt a deep desire to become a Catholic priest. Giving my entire life to...

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Jul 23 min read

Modern Catholic Women: Living the Mission Through Motherhood, Marriage, and Unshakable Faith

(Sarah Ackbarali & Amanda Leigh) Introducing the Women Behind The Mission: Sarah Ackbarali & Amanda Leigh • Voices of Faith • • Hearts...

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Jul 12 min read

WWE Wrestling To the Good Word

(Our son Christian and his Grandmother Linda) This morning brought one of those small but powerful parenting moments—the kind that sneaks...

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Jun 281 min read

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