MSI Press Blog

  Today, November 9th, the Church celebrates a feast that may seem architectural at first glance—but its heart is deeply personal. The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica, the oldest church in Rome and the official cathedral of the Pope, is not just about bricks and mortar. It’s about what it means to be a dwelling place of God. The Lateran Basilica is called the “mother and head of all churches.” Its walls have witnessed centuries of prayer, conflict, reconciliation, and renewal. But this feast invites us to look beyond the grandeur of Rome and ask: What is sacred in our own lives? What have we dedicated? 🧱 From Stone to Spirit Scripture today reminds us that we are temples of the Holy Spirit. The readings speak of flowing water, healing, and restoration—images that echo through our own stories of caregiving, community, and spiritual accompaniment. Whether we serve through editing, feeding feral cats, or holding space for grief and joy, we are building something holy. The Late...

  We live in a world that prizes immediacy, clarity, and control. Yet life—especially in its most tender, chaotic, or mysterious moments—rarely offers any of these. What if the very complexity we resist is the doorway to deeper peace? Theological concepts like kenosis (self-emptying), the hypostatic union (divine and human natures in Christ), or the communion of saints aren’t just abstract doctrines for scholars. They are lenses—radical, reframing lenses—that can shift how we see illness, injustice, aging, and even our own limitations. 🌿 Kenosis: The Power of Letting Go In Philippians 2, Christ “emptied himself,” taking the form of a servant. This isn’t weakness—it’s divine strength expressed through vulnerability. When we face burnout, caregiving fatigue, or the loss of control in aging bodies, kenosis invites us to reframe surrender not as defeat, but as sacred participation. We become vessels, not victims. 🔥 The Trinity: Relationship as Reality The Trinity isn’t a puzzle...

  In a world increasingly eager to transcend gender norms, the concepts of masculine and feminine energies offer a symbolic vocabulary for understanding how we move through life—not who we are, but how we express. These energies aren't tethered to biology; they’re archetypal currents that shape our decisions, relationships, and inner landscapes. 🧭 What Are These Energies, Really? Masculine Energy  thrives in structure, logic, and forward motion. It’s the spear-point of action, goal-setting, and protection. Feminine Energy  embraces flow, intuition, and connection. It’s the chalice of empathy, creativity, and receptivity. Both exist in everyone. The balance between the two isn’t about neutrality—it’s about harmony. 🪷 In Leadership and Work Masculine energy in leadership says,  "Here's the goal; let’s get there efficiently." Feminine energy says,  "How is everyone feeling as we journey toward that goal?" You need both to lead well. Strategy without compassio...