Oleary Stories

When life becomes noisy and hectic, we all require a place where we can slow down and reconnect with God. Pastor Thom O'Leary says a Catholic prayer corner is precisely...

A Catholic prayer journal is not merely a notebook-a journal is sacred ground where your heart encounters God. It slows us down, makes us look back, and causes us to lis...

Faith is the cornerstone of a Christian's walk with God, and it's something that can be cultivated and strengthened over time. Thom O'Leary shares his insight on how we...

When raising kids today, there's a lot on your plate. School, social media, and all the unexpected surprises that come our way. Amid all that, one thing that's really im...

Catholicism is one of the most practiced and historically diverse Christian faith traditions. It boasts a membership of over a billion, influencing culture, guiding comm...

Whenever we're hit with grief, whether it be the passing away of a loved one, a major change in life, or even a season of adversity, we feel as though we're caught in a...

Loneliness does not always come with a warning sign. Sometimes, it sneaks up on you in the middle of a crowd, on a lonely evening at home, or even on social media. We al...

For many, the Bible can feel like an ancient text-full of wisdom, but distant and hard to relate to in today's fast-paced world. However, Thom O'Leary Mountainbrook has...

As Thom O'Leary says, it is by reading and reflection that we learn about ourselves and our faith on a deeper level when we seek to spiritually grow. Catholic literature...

When life becomes too much to handle, it is necessary to seek peace and strength. The Bible contains verses that offer comfort, encouragement, and hope during difficult...

In today's fast-paced world, many individuals struggle to find a sense of purpose and connection in their spiritual journey. Yet, throughout history, devotion to faith h...

In the fast-paced, ever-changing world we live in, finding peace can often seem like an impossible task. Between the pressures of daily life, the constant stream of news...

In deepening our prayer life, aids like Christian prayer beads can be extremely helpful. The beads are not ornaments but are employed as a physical aid to keep the belie...

With faith comes understanding, and this can lead to unity. For centuries, Catholicism has been at the forefront of building bridges with others through dialogue and und...

In the area of spiritual development, prayer is most likely the most personal and powerful mode of communication with the Creator. Whether you're seeking comfort, clarit...

If things get too much or confusing, it can be such a comfort to have a means of reaching out to God. A time-honored, meaningful tradition is praying the Rosary. It is m...

When life gets tough, it's easy to hold on to hurt and bitterness to develop in our hearts. Forgiveness offers an alternative, though - a way of healing, of peace, and o...

At Mountainbrook Church, Pastor Thom O'Leary emphasizes the importance of embracing God's presence in our everyday lives. Thom O'Leary teaches that God is not distant or...

When the Holy Spirit is given to us, something truly remarkable happens. We are given seven gifts from God that allow us to grow deeper in faith, to make wise decisions...

Pastor Thom O'Leary's journey to soulful illumination began like many spiritual quests - rooted in a sense of dissatisfaction with the surface-level aspects of life. Bor...