This past weekend (Jan. 10, 2021), we celebrated the Baptism of the Lord, an event the Gospel of John tells us took place at the River Jordan. … Read More
Foundations of Faith
Mother and child meet along the way
It may seem odd to think of Holy Week right after Christmas. However, there is a tradition in the Philippines that remembers Jesus on the way to … Read More
Toasting the New Year with St. John
During the holiday season, don’t let the only holiday meals be on Christmas and New Year’s. Try a family gathering on St. John’s Day: Dec. 27. (This … Read More
Gift shopping with the Holy Spirit
Do you have your Christmas shopping done yet? It’s getting close and many of us have no idea what to get. Sometimes it helps to remember the … Read More
A jeweled present for Mary
Are you thinking of buying a present for your mom for Christmas? Or for your grandmother, or a favorite sister or niece? Many people turn to jewelry … Read More
Mary flew with Charles Lindbergh
As we move into Advent, we feel a special affinity to Mary, as she waited for the birth of her son. This is, in part, why Pope … Read More
Waiting through Advent with Mary
We celebrate the First Sunday of Advent this weekend, Nov. 29. Sundays are always a big celebration day in the church. Each Sunday is a mini-Easter, when … Read More
Passing the Door of Death
There are five main doors into St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. One of them is called “the Door of Death” or “Door of the Dead.” The door … Read More
Is there a fourth, named archangel?
On Nov. 8, both Greek and Antiochian Orthodox churches will celebrate the “Synaxis of the Holy Archangels.” Synaxis is a Greek word meaning “a gathering of beings … Read More
Saints of creepy crawlies
Halloween is a time of creepy, crawly things. And nothing is more creepy and crawly than spiders, snakes and even frogs. Yet, as the famous Anglican hymn … Read More
