There’s always something beautiful with new beginnings. A new kind of dynamism bubbles up and makes us look at things differently. Remember when you started a new job? Or when you had your first [...]
What are examples of devotions? Saint Pope John Paul II, in his Apostolic Letter, Rosarium Virginis Mariae, he wrote, the Rosary, though clearly Marian in character, is at heart a Christocentric [...]
It is not always easy to be a Christian in today’s world especially when we see, hear, and experience people who express hatred for others. Jesus shares that being a Christian in this world is [...]
Photo mosaic by: holyspirit @ Mosaically As many of you already know I love a glass of nice wine. Additionally, when I have time, I also love to visit the vineyards in Napa and Sonoma and [...]
What are examples of devotions? from USCCB One is the importance of Eucharistic Adoration. Its importance is shown in the fact that the Church has a ritual that regulates it: The Rite of [...]
This week was a big week for us at the Church. We were able to celebrate Mass with parishioners!! Yeah! At last I could see people! I know it was only 25 people and it had to be outside, but it [...]
from USCCB Why are there so many different forms of popular devotion? Since popular devotions arise in response to the spiritual needs of the culture in which they take shape, the degree to [...]
For many years I have led pilgrimages to different Holy sites throughout the world, the holiest of them being the Holy Land itself (I mean Israel not Ireland as many of you might think!) and they [...]
People who are very ill or experiencing anxiety often ask spiritual questions, in seeking comfort, meaning and hope. While clergy and pastoral care ministers may play an important role in [...]
Normally this time of year is full of celebrations of graduations from elementary school, high school, universities and other transitions. I have often preached about how exciting these [...]