“To keep me from sin and straying from him, God has used devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. … It is to … Read More
Opinion
Good fences make bad neighbors
Over the years, I have had the opportunity to visit a good friend and his family. I often like to swing by on Sunday afternoons to experience … Read More
The influence of families in passing on the faith
Tune in to any social media outlet this time of year and you will see numerous pictures of young children in beautiful first Communion outfits and teens … Read More
Crushing the 7 ‘Ds’ of darkness with the Blessed Mother
The month of May, which is traditionally dedicated to the Blessed Mother, also coincides with the celebration of Mother’s Day in North America. Classic depictions of the … Read More
Walking with Moms in Need
The Catholic Church proclaims that human life is sacred and that the dignity of the human person is the foundation of a moral vision for society. This … Read More
A Spring Drive in the Country
Recently, I went for a pleasant drive in the country. And as I drove past countless barns, silos and walkout ranch homes with thin plastic siding, I … Read More
St. Gianna Molla: Wife, mother, doctor and saint
St. Gianna Molla, whose feast day is on April 28, is a very popular saint and a hero of our modern time. Like many saints and heroes, … Read More
Sharing our faith in a polarized world
“I just don’t understand why we can’t have healthy conversations today,” my friend Claire shared recently. “Is the age of civil discourse over?” What prompted Claire’s question … Read More
A cup of sugar and Easter joy
“John, go next door and ask Mrs. Kleis for a cup of sugar.” Growing up, my mother would often send me on such an errand. Or sometimes … Read More
Live with eyes fixed on new life of Christ’s resurrection
Editor’s note: The COVID-19 pandemic has made us reflect on what is most important in life. During Lent, The Compass offers an eight-part Lenten series of reflections … Read More
