When a burn from a batch of cookies sparked an unexpected comment from her young son, Catholic writer Janet Tamez found herself confronting more than a parenting habit—it made her reflect on the voice she brings to the page. In her newest article, Tamez takes readers on an honest journey from a small kitchen mishap to a deeper look at how easily our “I told you so” tone can slip into parenting, teaching, and even writing. She challenges Catholic writers to consider whether they correct or truly connect—and to pay attention to the small moments God uses to shape the stories we tell.

In the spirit of Advent, Tom Medlar imagines the journey Caleb, a shepherd who knew Joseph, Mary and Jesus, might have taken over the years between Christmas and Easter.