Substacks recommended by Deacon Tom

Recommended by Deacon Tom

I am the father of an adult daughter with autism. I have written several books about the spiritual journey of special needs parents and their children.

The Curt Jester

By Jeffrey Miller

"It is the test of a good religion whether you can joke about it." GKC

Jeff is probably one of the first people a lot of Catholics read on the internet in ye olden times, and he's also a good friend. I will sorely regret when the Inquisition is renewed and he finally faces his inevitable PUNishments for his Patis-level word-torturing.

- Deacon Tom

One Soul at a Time

By Jennifer Fitz

Catholic Evangelization and Discipleship

GOD & ELEMENTS

By Stacy Trasancos

Welcome to my lab. I synthesize science (physics, chemistry, biology), philosophy (nature and matter), theology (creation and divine action), and life.

The Abbey of Misrule

By Paul Kingsnorth

Do not be conformed to this world

Saint Tolkien

By Kaleb Hammond

Saint Tolkien is a blog exploring the treasures of Catholic inspiration in the life and writings of J.R.R. Tolkien, promoting his cause for canonization and helping people grow closer to Christ through his great works.

SDG’s Dailies & Sundays

A Catholic deacon, film critic, cartooning enthusiast, and father of 7 writes too much about everything that interests him

Steve is an old friend and fellow deacon, but also the dean of Catholic movie critics.

- Deacon Tom

Art for the Liturgical Year

By Amelia McKee

Reflections on art through the Liturgical Year

Amelia Sims McKee is one of my favorite discoveries on Substack: intelligent and faithful analysis of great Catholic art.

- Deacon Tom

Poems Ancient and Modern

A look at poetry by Joseph Bottum and Sally Thomas

The Saint Around the Corner

By Amy Welborn

A serialized book about travel, mid-life, spirituality, and yes, saints. Two chapters published per month. In addition, once a month, a chapter from my novel, "Nothing Else Occurs to Me" will be published here.