My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Yesterday, February 2, the Church celebrated the annual World Day for Consecrated Life. Instituted by St. John Paul II in 1997, this celebration … Learn More
What’s the most important influence on a child’s faith, according to numerous studies? It is not attending Mass with their family; not watching their parents’ habits of prayer. It’s not … Learn More
I attended SEEK23, the annual conference of the Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS), At the beginning of January. Our Sisters have attended this event for many years and we … Learn More
Q: What are sacramentals and why must they be burned or buried? (St. Cloud, Minnesota) A: The Catechism of the Catholic Church defines sacramentals as “sacred signs which bear a … Learn More
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, All life is sacred, especially the lives of those who are most vulnerable—the aged, infirm, disabled and unborn. All life is sacred, from … Learn More
Q: What happened to Limbo? (Sacramento, California) A: Traditionally, limbo was thought of as a “place” in the afterlife that was neither heaven nor purgatory, but which also didn’t involve … Learn More
With a new year still in its infancy, I find myself surrounded by new calendars. In so many different ways, these are tangible reminders of the importance of time. Scripture … Learn More
Q: Why do Holy Days of Obligation differ from year to year, diocese to diocese, and around the world? (Los Angeles, California) A: Holy days of obligation — days when … Learn More
Pope Francis’s homily for the funeral of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI did not address the life and works of Joseph Ratzinger. Instead, his homily focused on the readings specially chosen … Learn More
Mary, as Mother of God, is also honored as the Queen of Peace – a gift that is so needed today.
