It is near the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry. He has just selected his 12 apostles, plus a great number of disciples are also with him. In addition a large […]
This past weekend, at Annunciation, St. Joseph & St. Jude, a talk was given regarding challenges, changes & opportunities facing the parishes in the next weeks to months. This is […]
Baptism of Jesus This Sunday’s Gospel from St. Luke tells the story of the Baptism of Jesus. The Father’s voice is heard saying, “You are my beloved Son; in whom […]
Creating New This is a season to recognize the ongoing newness of God. From a faith perspective these days of December and Christmas have been a whirlwind. Our Lady of the […]
Jesus, John and Joy This Sunday’s Gospel continues last week’s focus on John the Baptist and his role in preparing the way for Christ. John told his listeners that they […]
In preparing a high school lesson on Purgatory, I came across a commentary on the topic by the Protestant author C.S. Lewis. He writes, “Would it not break the heart […]
Long Live Christ the King! Pope Pius XI, on the 11th of December 1925 – 96 years ago – established this feast of Christ the King. In his encyclical entitled […]
God Is Always At Work On Our Behalf Next weekend we celebrate the great feast of Christ the King. In preparation for that feast our readings today are sobering, almost […]
