Andrea Mikolajczak-Novicki

There are certain books that do not simply teach us something new — they quiet something restless within us. Searching for and Maintaining Peace by Father Jacques Philippe is one of those rare books. It does not overwhelm the reader with complexity or theological heaviness. Instead, it gently leads the soul back toward stillness, trust, and the quiet presence of God. In a world overflowing with noise, urgency, outrage, distraction, and fear, Fr. Jacques Philippe speaks almost like a...

There is something quietly beautiful about a dandelion when its seeds are carried away by the wind. At first glance, it may seem like a simple, even ordinary plant—but in that gentle moment of release, it becomes a powerful symbol of surrender, hope, and trust. As the seeds lift and drift into the air, we are reminded of something deeply human: the invitation to let go. Letting Go and Trusting God A dandelion does not cling to its seeds. It releases them. There is no resistance, no...

When grounded in Catholic teaching, mindfulness is best expressed as: Present-Moment Attentiveness in the Presence of God.