In recent years, our U.S. Bishops have asked us to pray and act to defend our religious liberty in the period from June 22nd through the 4th of July. (June 22nd marks the feast day of some great martyrs for religious liberty, Ss. Thomas More and John Fisher). It is easy to forget how important […]
Praying and Acting for Liberty (Part I) Read More »
Twenty-three Catholics Tell How Their Fathers Led Them to Christ A father has a crucial role and responsibility as the spiritual leader of his family. Many problems in the Church and culture today can be traced back to fathers neglecting this responsibility, and failing to realize that their children’s relationship with God depends predominantly on
Because of Our Fathers – Tyler Rowley Read More »
I lost my own father to a sudden heart attack some 30 years ago, but despite being without his earthly presence since my 20s, he had a profound impact on my life. I saw many echoes of my own dad’s influence in the stories contained in a fine book that I recommend all of the
Because of Our Fathers Read More »
There has been quite the kerfuffle recently over the question of what to do about baptized Catholic politicians who promote grave evils that are contrary to the faith at its core (such as promoting abortion) and still present themselves for Holy Communion. The question is of such importance that the U.S. Bishops are currently squabbling
The Anointing of the Sick and How the Holy Sacraments Fit Together Read More »
This is an exciting time for the Archdiocese. We are fast approaching the bicentennial (200th anniversary) of the founding of the Archdiocese on June 19, 1821. It’s a time to step back from our busy lives and the immediate troubles we might face and reflect on the goodness of God for remaining with us here
Corpus Christi – Jesus with Us in the Flesh Read More »