JOY
for the
Journey
The Royal Road in
Time of Distress
This book was conceived in the anomaly of a joyless Church. How can we avoid the dour looks and negative self-talk? The Royal Road leads us to a deeper connection with God. The author brings his experience as a priest, a convention, and retreat master to this effort. How can we better intertwine our story with the Greatest Story ever told?
About the Author
Father Bob is the current director of English-speaking Charismatics for the Diocese of Oakland.
Latest Blogs:
Holy Discontent: A Catalyst to a Deeper Connection With God
Image by cookie_studio on Freepik What pushes you to become better – be it in your job or simply life in general? While bearing some negativity, dissatisfaction brings improvement, such as in religion and the concept of holy discontent. While people are encouraged to be satisfied, there should ...
Automatic Negative Thoughts Influence The Self And Society
Photo by Soragrit Wongsa on Unsplash Everybody struggles with automatic negative thoughts, even the brightest of people. However, nurturing and holding onto them isn’t the best decision. “You are your own worst enemy.” When people are left alone with their thoughts, they will likely ruminat...
From Ruin To Restoration: Ways To Reconnect With God
Photo by Milada Vigerova on Unsplash Righting wrongs has always been humanity’s forte. However, when it comes to religion, this endeavor can become challenging. How do people reconnect with God? Life gets busy. In the years that people are thrown into existence, they will be given challenge...
Beginning Our Journey With God: Taking the First Steps
Photo by revac film’s&photography Beginning our journey with God starts by taking the initial actions to develop a connection with Him and make it grow sevenfold. Rev. Robert Mendonca, author of Joy for the Journey (a book about Christian joy), wants everyone to know how to improve ou...
Navigating the Royal Road to a Joyful Connection with God
Photo by Patrick Fore In the midst of what seems like a joyless Church, the pages of Rev. Robert Mendonca’s book, Joy for the Journey, unfold as a radiant beacon of hope. With the keen insight of a priest, convention leader, and retreat master, Mendonca addresses the negativity and for...
To Have Christ in Your Heart: Showing Piety and Devotion
Photo by MART PRODUCTION Showing piety and devotion is how to form a deeper connection with God so the spirit feels lighter and the soul more polished and bright. The road to salvation begins with prayer. As Christians, our connection with God is one of the most important things we work toward ...
The Role of Joy in Christianity and Why It’s Missing in Some Churches
Photo by Surface on Unsplash The Bible consistently emphasizes the role of joy in the life of a believer and its relevance in sharing the gospel. Joy in Christianity plays a central and vital role in our walk with God since it reflects the essence of the faith’s teachings and belie...