Fear doesn’t disqualify us from holiness; it can become the very place where grace begins. Fr. Molinié reminds us that courage is not the absence of trembling, but the decision to keep loving, obeying, and trusting God while we tremble. When anxiety rises, we can place our poverty in the Lord’s hands and take the next small, faithful step—prayer, confession, charity, forgiveness. In this way, fear becomes a doorway to humility, and humility opens us to divine strength. If you’ve felt paralyzed by the trials of your family, work, or health, take heart: the Lord asks not for heroics, but for consent to His grace, one moment at a time.

Copies of Courage to Be Afraid are available in the bookstore. Consider reading it with a friend or family member this week and asking: “Where is God inviting me to be brave—right in the middle of my fear?”

Is a spiritual classic that gently guides the soul into a deeper trust in God’s mercy through the teachings of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, the “Little Flower.” Written as a retreat in book form, it invites readers to abandon discouragement, scruples, and fear, and instead embrace the path of confidence, simplicity, and love that leads to holiness. With warmth and clarity, Fr. d’Elbée presents St. Thérèse’s “Little Way” as a practical, consoling roadmap for everyday life, making this book a perfect companion for anyone longing to grow closer to Christ through childlike trust.

Offers a brief but compelling devotional biography of a once‑widely revered young martyr, recounting her discovery, numerous miracles, and enduring spiritual legacy—inviting readers into renewed confidence in her loving intercession.

St Philomena’s feast day is August 11th. Ask her to intercede in doing the impossible for you.