Mary: The First Missionary Disciple
During the month of May, we pay special reverence to the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church and the first Missionary Disciple of our Redeemer, Jesus Christ.
Category: Columns
A Catholic convert can help us love Mary more
One of the 20th century’s greatest writers about the Virgin Mary was a most unlikely convert from Judaism. Born Raïssa Oumansoff, in the Russian Empire, she emigrated to France with … Learn More
Only a human being can tell the truth
To be a Christian means, fundamentally, to have encountered Christ and to have allowed him to change your life. Few understand the centrality of this personal and relational encounter with … Learn More
A Eucharistic Word: Spiritual Communion
As Catholics, we recognize that the holy Eucharist is the “source and summit” of our faith. The innumerable gifts received in holy Communion draw us more closely to Christ. But … Learn More
Praying through the headlines in the year of prayer
In discussing the removal or transfer of a pastor, Canon 1752 reads, ” … prae oculis habita salute animarum, quae in Ecclesia suprema semper lex esse debet” — in English, … Learn More
Reaching out in faith: What is the church’s position on the treatment of animals?
Q: What is the church’s position on the treatment of animals? My vegetarian friend believes it is immoral to kill animals even for food. We recently hired an exterminator to … Learn More
Mary Magdalen: The First Witness and Apostle of the Risen Lord
The 2023 Synod Synthesis Report underscores the equal dignity and complementary roles of women and men in the Church, advocating for women’s active participation and leadership.
It is the Lord!: Seeing Jesus isn’t the same as recognizing him
If there’s one thing we can learn from those who encountered the Risen Lord during the 40 days between his Resurrection and Ascension, it’s this: Seeing Jesus isn’t the same … Learn More
Recent eclipse reveals our search for wonder
By now, the eclipse glasses have been put away. The photos of the April 8 nature show have all been posted to Facebook and Instagram to prove that it really … Learn More
‘Cabrini’ does extraordinary job of bringing saint to life
On March 8 of this year, a film titled “Cabrini” was released; that day is also International Women’s Day. The film is the story of an extraordinary woman, an immigrant … Learn More