Author Archives: Gary Zimak

40 New Ways To Get The Most Out Of Lent

  I have to admit that for many years, I was stuck in a rut for Lent. On those occasions when I did try to do something (not all that many), I generally gave up sweets. While there’s no doubt … Continue reading

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Finally…A Catholic Retreat For Worriers!

  Are you tired of worrying? Would you like to feel greater peace in your life? Do you sometimes wish you could get to know Jesus better? Does the idea of getting away for a few days of peaceful reflection … Continue reading

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Dear God, I Don’t Get It…A Book Review By A Special Guest Blogger!

  My daughter Elizabeth is a big fan of Patti Maguire Armstrong (me too!) and she is especially fond of her Dear God, I Don’t Get It book. Rather than me tell you about how much she likes the book, … Continue reading

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Learning The Difference Between Our Needs And Our Wants

  Here’s the Bible verse I discussed on EWTN Radio’s The Son Rise Morning Show today: Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have; for he has said, “I will never fail you … Continue reading

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Are You Afraid Of Life’s Big Waves? Jesus Can Help!

  Are you someone who is constantly afraid of the “storms” in your life? Are you especially frightened by the “big waves”? I recently had the chance to visit with my buddy Bear Woznick on his Deep Adventure radio show. … Continue reading

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Talking Books on EWTN!

  While attending the Catholic Leadership Conference in Birmingham last year, I had the opportunity to appear on the EWTN TV program Bookmark and discuss two of my books with host Doug Keck. I shared some information on what motivated … Continue reading

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The 2 Things That Drive Worriers Crazy…

  Here’s the Bible verse I discussed on The Son Rise Morning Show today on EWTN Radio: Be still before the Lord, and wait patiently for Him. (Psalm 37:7) There are two things that those of us who are “worriers” … Continue reading

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Sometimes Prayer Doesn’t Take Away Our Suffering…Just Ask Jesus!

  This morning on my weekly “Be Not Afraid” segment on Catholic Community Radio in Baton Rouge, LA I discussed a powerful Bible passage that never fails to bring me great comfort. As I mentioned on the show, I turned … Continue reading

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I’d Like To Share Something Personal With You…

  When I look at the above EWTN program listing I feel like scratching my head and saying, “Is this for real? ME…on The Journey Home?!!!” On Monday, January 26, I will tell my story on EWTN TV’s The Journey … Continue reading

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Some Saintly Advice That Can Help You To Stop Worrying

  Here’s the verse I discussed on The Son Rise Morning Show today on EWTN Radio: Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. (Colossians 3:2) One of the biggest sources of anxiety … Continue reading

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