Cardinal Tobin: Mary’s path follows that of Jesus
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Each year during Advent, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The dogma of the Immaculate … Learn More
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Four steps for Christian discipleship in Advent
During Advent, traditional reflections remind us that our call to evangelize involves waiting and anticipation. As we move toward Christmas, we relive the long-expected coming of the Messiah by the … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: Jesus, a poor Messiah who loves the poor
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, If you haven’t yet read the recently published Apostolic Exhortation Dilexi Te, On Love for the Poor, a selection is provided below. However, I … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: We are all called to be saints
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, During the first two days of November, the Church calls our attention to what the Second Vatican Council termed “the universal call to … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: Mary: Mother of Mercy
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Mary, the Merciful Lady, helps us to seek and find love and forgiveness through her Son. Mary is the Mother of Mercy because … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: The Challenge of Politics and Public Affairs
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, The world of politics and public affairs often presents a challenge to clear thinking and right judgment. It isn’t easy to tell what … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: No One is Unwanted in God’s Family
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Every human life is sacred. Every person is a child of God who possesses incomparable dignity and worth—no matter what his or her … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: Building the City of God
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, What is “the common good” that we seek to achieve as faithful citizens who vote according to our informed consciences? As described by … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: Peace as Gift and Task
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, As Pope Leo XIV has reminded us on several occasions, the first words Christ spoke to his Apostles after he rose from the … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: Eucharist—Living Christ’s Gift of Self as if We Deserved It
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, On Sunday, June 22, 2025, our Holy Father Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ … Learn More
