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Lauren Woodrell3 min read

The Power of Faith: Lessons from Mary and Orual

Explore the power of faith through C.S. Lewis’ Till We Have Faces and Mary’s fiat. Discover how trust and surrender illuminate the path even in silence.
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Lauren Woodrell3 min read

Finding Hope: A Star in Mordor and the Light Beyond Despair

Finding hope in Tolkien’s Return of the King: discovering light in darkness and trust in God’s faithfulness that no shadow can touch.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.4 min read

The Science of Gratitude and Growing Roots

Discover the science of gratitude and how it shapes well-being, relationships, and spiritual growth during Advent through reflection, research, & practice.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.3 min read

The Science of Being Bored

Discover why being bored is essential for creativity, self-awareness, and mental health. Learn how boredom strengthens your sense of self and well-being.
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Paul J. Winkler3 min read

From Strangers to a Tribe: The Leadership Work That Builds a High-Performance Culture

Learn how to build a high-performance culture by shaping values, behaviors, and symbols that drive unity, engagement, and lasting organizational success.
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Magis Center1 min read

Introducing magisAI: Defend Your Faith with Science and Reason

magisAI provides instant, science-based answers to defend the Catholic faith, solve tough questions, and strengthen belief for those who use it.
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Bill Schmitt8 min read

Thoughts and Prayers: Paths to Turning Points

Exploring faith, reason, and mentorship in an age of crisis—why thoughts and prayers still matter for hope, wisdom, and human connection.
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Joseph Stack6 min read

Friendship, Preference & Contemplation

Discover the meaning of true friendship in Aquinas and Merton—exploring love, preference, and God’s providence in lasting spiritual bonds.
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Paul J. Winkler2 min read

8 Attributes of Leaders Who Build Amazing Organizational Cultures

Learn the top attributes of a leader that drive culture, trust, and growth while creating high-performing, future-ready teams.
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Paul J. Winkler3 min read

8 Warning Signs Your Organizational Culture Is Broken

Discover 8 warning signs of a broken organizational culture, from poor service to high turnover, and learn how fixing culture can transform results.
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Magis Center6 min read

God, Science, and Creation

Almost two hours of in-depth reason and discourse by Fr. Spitzer on what science can tell us about God, science, and creation.
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Andrew Kassebaum4 min read

4 Jesuit Astronomers and the Sun

Discover the groundbreaking work of Jesuit astronomers who revolutionized our understanding of the Sun through centuries of pioneering research.
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