It is fair to say that February has a very large red heart over it that basically overshadows the entire month. Even though St. Valentine’s Day is … Read More
Opinion
The front and the back, the last and the first
In ancient times, when I was in seminary, a rather mysterious thing happened which I have been turning over in my mind ever since. A rather elderly … Read More
A gift that speaks ‘home’ to many
It was a phone call that our diocesan Office of Evangelization would never forget. “I would like to talk to someone about coming back to the Catholic … Read More
The path of good intentions
From television programs to media posts, who can get away from the constant barrage of New Year’s resolutions? In fact, our culture has placed so much importance … Read More
L’Chaim: A toast to life!
One of my favorite restaurants is a hamburger and custard place back in the town where I grew up. As a family, we would often go there … Read More
A ‘New Year, New Pew, New You’ challenge
A few years ago, I visited my friend Elizabeth in Tennessee and we went to Mass together on a bright January morning. It was a beautiful Mass … Read More
The true pursuit of young Catholics
As a seminarian, one aspect of priestly ministry always terrified me: Anointing of the Sick. I just couldn’t wrap my head or heart around what some 28-year-old … Read More
Relationships: Aim high in this new year
Readers may remember Bishop Fulton Sheen’s popular television show, “Life is Worth Living.” On this show he would teach lessons of the faith intertwined with memorable stories … Read More
The Celtic Christmas candle tradition
Growing up in Ireland, it was a common sight to see a single candle placed in the window of homes throughout the Christmas season. This tradition has … Read More
The immigrant caravan through the church’s eyes
In Latin American cultures, a common tradition to prepare for Christmas is to celebrate Las Posadas. Las Posadas, which means “inn” or “shelter,” recalls the experience of … Read More
