Hey there,
The first thing that comes to mind when I think about holiness is Jesus Christ. Then Mary and Joseph.
The Apostles and disciples.
The Saints.
Even Priests, Deacons, and others in religious life.
I don’t think about “ordinary people” like me.
But that’s not right.
We are all called to holiness. As the Catechism of the Catholic Church states:
“All Christians in any state or walk of life are called to the fullness of Christian life and to the perfection of charity.” All are called to holiness: “Be perfect, as your heavenly father is perfect.” (CCC 2013)
And for those of us working to get to our heavenly reward, holiness is key.
This week’s issue of Genuflect delves into holiness for all of us, including what holiness means, how to grow in holiness, how holiness does not always involve being nice, a spiritual danger to avoid, and what Pope Francis says about growing in holiness.
So we can all strive to grow in our holiness in the here and now.
Keep Believing-
Katy Barrilleaux
Founding Editor, Genuflect
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What Holiness Means
Most people think of holiness as moral goodness. And that is definitely an important component. But there are two more aspects to holiness. This is a good place to start for our understanding of holiness.
What Holiness Means to a Catholic, And to The World | One Peter Five
7 Steps to Holiness
How do you become holy? There is a seven-step process that leads us to holiness. Deacon Steve Greco has all the details.
A Seven-Step Process to Holiness | Catholic Stand
A Holiness Mnemonic
It can be challenging to keep up with everything we should be doing. Kelly Doman shares the memorable mnemonic she developed to remember how to grow in holiness.
A Personal Holiness Mnemonic For Growth in Virtue | Blessed is She
5 Ways to Grow in Holiness
If a child can do it, so can you! Here are 5 lessons to grow in holiness from Blessed Laura Vicuña, who died when she was 12.
A Little Girl’s 5 Ordinary (But Extraordinary) Ways to Grow in Holiness | ChurchPOP
Holiness is Not About Being Nice
We tend to think of holiness as meek and nice … and not causing a disturbance. Julie Machado sets the record straight that at times, holiness requires showing strength. It makes perfect sense.
Holiness is Not About Being Nice | Catholic Stand
Don’t Forget This Key to Holiness
Sure, prayers are an important part of a holy life. But Philip Kosloski explains why we shouldn’t overlook this essential key.
An Essential Key to Holiness we Often Forget | Aleteia
Practicing Humble Holiness
Leana Bowler explains why holiness is not just about the pious acts we perform. Holiness is not a competition and it’s important to not fall into that trap. Instead, she suggests we practice humble holiness.
What’s Humble Holiness All About? | Blessed is She
Avoid This Spiritual Danger
While we should all seek holiness, there is a spiritual danger lurking if we are not careful. Here’s what you need to know to avoid this pitfall and stay on the right track to holiness.
It’s Dangerous to Think You Don’t Need to Grow in Holiness | Aleteia
Good Holiness Reads
If you’d like to dig deeper in how to grow closer to God in holiness, Michael Heinlein recommends these three books.
Good Reads For Growth in Holiness | Simply Catholic
Pope Francis’ Document on Holiness
If you’d like to see what Pope Francis has to say about holiness, check out his Gaudete et Exsultate – On The Call to Holiness in Today’s World, published in 2018. Aleteia has provided a nice summary of the key points … and there’s a link to the Vatican’s full summary to go even deeper into it.
Quick Summary of Pope’s New Document on Holiness | Aleteia
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