Blog | Charity Singleton Craig

Kindness of Truth-telling

by Charity Singleton Craig | Feb 1, 2021 | 2021, Blog

“The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end. Amen.” I begin again through the Compline liturgy, trying to integrate this ancient practice into my bedtime routine. Praying through these lines each night is new to me, a nod toward the start of a new...

The Wonder of Truth: Caring for Words as an Act of Discipleship

by Charity Singleton Craig | Jan 15, 2021 | Blog, The Wonder Series

Despite all the ways we might continue to disagree, we absolutely must recommit ourselves to one common goal: the pursuit of truth.

The Wonder of Advent: Accepting the Call to Be Here Now

by Charity Singleton Craig | Dec 14, 2020 | Blog, The Wonder Series

In many ways, 2020 has been an Advent kind of year: a year when hope has been the currency of our survival, and joy has shown up in the most unexpected places.

Gratitude as Prayer

by Charity Singleton Craig | Nov 24, 2020 | Blog

Even in their worry Paul knows there are still things to be thankful for. And as they season their requests and petitions with gratitude, they will better recognize the hand of God already at work on their behalf.

Gratitude as Praise

by Charity Singleton Craig | Nov 19, 2020 | Blog

Gratitude can usher us into praise and worship as we take time to follow it back to its source.

The Perspective of Gratitude

by Charity Singleton Craig | Nov 17, 2020 | Blog

Every time we feel gratitude, even if it’s for a small favor or a tiny comfort, we can tap into the larger gratitude of the Eucharist, giving thanks for Christ’s redemptive work on our behalf.

The Posture of Gratitude

by Charity Singleton Craig | Nov 12, 2020 | Blog

When we experience the alignment of things going our way, or when we feel the Spirit’s encouragement even when things don’t, something as simple as a look toward heaven and a whisper of “thank you” throughout our days can be a reminder that God is good and deserves our praise.