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This blog began as a public journal during my undergraduate studies and has grown into a space for honest, imperfect reflections on faith, education, and public theology. Written across different seasons of life and formation, these posts invite dialogue and thoughtful interpretation rather than aim to settle debates.

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Introduction & Overview

This blog began in 2011 while I was an undergraduate student, as a way to share retreat talks, essays, and reflections on my experiences at Xavier University. Its primary purpose was to detail my study abroad experience in Shanghai and serve as a “public journal” of that summer in China.…Continue reading “Introduction & Overview”

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October 17, 2025October 17, 2025
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Being an “And Companion”

God sees what human memory forgets. On Sunday, October 19, the Church honors the Feast of the North American Martyrs—St.…

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Looking like the One we Love

People often adopt the traits and characteristics of those they love.  Friends often look, act, and dress alike. Couples begin…

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Discerning Thomas

Earlier last week, I was invited to the Jesuits, and I accepted their offer to enter the novitiate to discern…

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Camino de Santiago

The Pilgrimage is just Beginning

3 Jul 2019November 4, 2020
Stage 29: Arzúa to Pedrouzo Official: 19.41km // iPhone Step Count: 21.7km With less than 20 kilometers to Santiago de Compostela, the end is just upon us. Tomorrow, on our…
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Love along the way

2 Jul 2019November 4, 2020
Stage 28: Palas de Rei to Arzúa Official: 28.13km // iPhone Step Count: 28.7km At some point along the Camino de Santiago an overwhelming emotion overtakes you and you realize…
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On the Lighter Side: Camino Humor

1 Jul 2019November 4, 2020
On the lighter side of the Camino. Below is a collection of funny lessons learned and tidbits gained from the Camino. Always checking to make sure the restroom has toilet…
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Finding Time

1 Jul 2019November 4, 2020
Stage 26: Samos to Portomarín Official: 36.57km // iPhone Step Count: 36.8km Stage 27: Portomarín to Palas de Rei Official: 24.67km // iPhone Step Count: 23.5km Time plays an interesting…
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Camino Judgement

29 Jun 2019November 4, 2020
Stage 25: O’Cebreiro to Samos Official: 31.08km // iPhone Step Count: 34.7km As we inch closer towards the end of the Camino, the crowds continue to swell. More and more…
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Golden Arrows of Life

28 Jun 2019November 4, 2020
Stage 24: Villafranca del Bierzo to O’Cebreiro Official: 27.7km // iPhone Step Count: 30.5km When I was a senior in high school, in my Spirituality course, I was lead through…
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Camino Questions

27 Jun 2019November 4, 2020
Stage 23: Ponferrada to Villafranca del Bierzo Official: 24.67km // iPhone Step Count: 26.8km Why a pilgrim decides to begin the Camino de Santiago is something deeply unique and personal…
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The Stones we Carry

26 Jun 2019November 4, 2020
Stage 22: Foncebadón to Ponferrada Official: 26.78km // iPhone Step Count: 26.9km Rising before the sun we walk. In silence, our steps trace up the mountain’s peak. Carrying in hand…
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Painting with Clouds

25 Jun 2019November 4, 2020
Stage 21: Astorga to Foncebadón Official: 25.19km // iPhone Step Count: 24.4km Situated amidst the clouds the mysterious haze blurs the lines between myth and reality. As a child I…
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Building a New Church on the Camino

24 Jun 2019November 4, 2020
Stage 19: Leon to Hospital de Órbigo Official 32.76km // iPhone Step Count: 34.5km Stage 20: Hospital de Órbigo to Astorga Official: 15.65km // iPhone Step Count: 16.7km Sitting beneath…
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Walking in Heaven

22 Jun 2019November 4, 2020
Stage 18: Bercianos del Real Camino to Mansilla de Las Mulas Bus Station to León Official: 26.17 km // iPhone Step Count: 27.9 km https://www.instagram.com/p/BzA5LBlpwii/?igshid=1thz3epxrjz1w After 18 days of consistent…
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Camino Schedule

20 Jun 2019November 4, 2020
Stage 17: Terradillos de los Templarios to Bercianos del Real Camino Official: 22.99 km // iPhone Step Count: 23.6 km Having crossed the official half way point on the Camino…

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