“Let it be said without irreverence: there is no one more inefficient than God. Consider the lack of logic in his investment and in the purpose of that spending: sacrificing his Son for a sinful and ungrateful humanity, past and…
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: parishes with RCIA programs are incredibly blessed – and particularly so during Lent – because the presence of those seeking entry into the Church re-energizes the entire community. It’s not uncommon…
It’s probably the most famous seagull in the world. You might remember. A year ago today, people filled the square in front of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, waiting for the election of a new pope. Millions more watched from…
“Listening, acceptance of failures and mistakes, admission of errors, in short, assuming our weakness, are indeed the necessary ingredients for a dialogue in search of the truth leading us all to build a common project.” -Pope Francis, A Year with Pope…
“I distrust a charity that costs nothing and does not hurt.” Those were the words of Pope Francis in his message for Lent 2014. He recalls that true adherence to the Gospel should have a real, felt impact on our…
Return to the Lord your God with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning; rend your hearts. (Joel 2.12-13) Historically, Lent is rooted in solidarity with the final stages of conversion of those who will be baptized at…
On a day popularly known as Pancake Tuesday, it’s safe to assume what will be on the menu in many Catholic houses across the country today. The Tuesday preceding the beginning of Lent is known by many names, all reflecting…
Today, Feb. 22, is no mere Saturday in Ordinary Time. It was no doubt chosen by Pope Francis as the date for his first consistory to install new members into the College of Cardinals because it is the Feast of…
The Via Lucis, or Way of Light, is a newer devotion in the Church that works like the Stations of the Cross, except that it celebrates the resurrection appearances of Jesus. It was first celebrated in Italy in 1988, and it has…
It’s hard to take time out for Lent these days. We’re surrounded by constant distractions: getting the kids out the door for school, fielding calls and emails at work, finding time to get the laundry done and take the dog…