Are you a disciple? I would guess that in this church today, not everyone is a disciple. Some are here because they are forced to
New Year’s resolutions usually seem to be focused on doing things to improve our physical health such as losing weight, eating healthier, or exercising more.
Let me start off by saying that I love Christmas. I really do. While the decorations and tree trimming and family dinners and presents are
To our modern, secular society, Christmas is over. People put the tree up the day after Thanksgiving, go to Christmas parties well before December 25th,
If God has ever left you feeling the weight of an unmet desire, you understand how agonizing the emptiness can feel. It’s an excruciating type of
Isn’t it sad that it is Jesus’ birthday and everyone gets presents except for him? That’s what the priest said at a mass for children
In his stunning work, the Spirit of the Liturgy, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI states that worship requires that God “give back” and reveal Himself to
The Jesse Tree Grows Up In New Advent Series from the Augustine Institute Rediscover the rich Catholic tradition of the Jesse Tree in “Rooted” on
“A voice cries out: In the desert prepare the way of the LORD! Make straight in the wasteland a highway for our God! Every valley
Relevant Radio® Celebrates 25 Years of Broadcasting Hope at Commemorative Mass and Gala Anniversary event reflects on a faith-filled journey and envisions the future of sharing
This Sunday, the third Sunday of Advent, is one of my favorites in the year. Gaudete Sunday – Rejoice! For two weeks we have been
Guest post by Debbie Loo. Let us focus on the promise of eternity, and set our hearts on the things of Heaven. ~ First Sunday
“Summa in a Year” Podcast Makes the Brilliance of Aquinas Accessible to Every Catholic Brief daily episodes guide listeners through one of the Church’s greatest
The Augustine Institute Invites the Faithful to Enter Advent with Purpose in New Limited Series How to Advent is a four-part video series exploring the meaning
Catholic Vision of Women to Take Center Stage at University of St. Thomas Winter Symposium Renowned Catholic thought leaders gather to educate and inspire at
The Taize Community of France, known for their rhythmic hymns, which encourage contemplation on lines from scripture, has a beautiful chant paraphrasing from Jesus’ prayer
Are you tired of spending time searching for good spiritual books and podcasts? What if you could download the latest Catholic books and podcasts anywhere
2 Kings 22:8-23:3, Psalm 119, Matthew 7:15-20 Faith, Hope, Love, Fear of the Lord, Humility, Patience, Obedience. These are hallmarks of the greatest fruits we
When I was at St. Mary’s in Stamford, which is a mostly-Hispanic parish, there used to be a running joke among the priests that all
“Our Holy Home” Partners with Sacred Artists to Celebrate Christ-Centered Beauty in New Card Collection Original artwork in uniquely Catholic greeting card line highlights true
I wrote this in my journal a while back, and thought I’d share. It might be a poem–I’m not sure. Saint Cecilia was obviously here!
