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Lauren Woodrell3 min read

Little Women, Big Joy: Gaudete Sunday with the March Sisters

Discover how the March sisters in Little Women show that true happiness comes from selfless giving, spreading big joy all around.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.5 min read

Light from Light: The Nicene Creed and Light in Nature

Explore the meaning of light from light through the Nicene Creeds history, its defense of Christ's divinity, & the surprising ways light appears in nature.
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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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