Author Archives: Gary Zimak

How many times have you criticized your fellow Christians today about any number of things? ?So and so? is annoying, lazy, cheap, boring, conniving, promiscuous, etc. We all fall into the trap of criticizing our brothers and sisters from time … Continue reading →

Anytime you hear the story of a priest involved in an inappropriate relationship with a woman, or a man (or woman) being unfaithful to their spouse, or a celebrity arrested for DUI or entering rehab for drug addiction ? you … Continue reading →

I’ll be taking a few days off from blogging in order to “recharge my batteries”. Thanks for following the blog and I hope to see you soon.

Have you ever struggled with figuring out how The Blessed Mother fits into the Catholic Faith? Simply put, getting close to her is the best way to get closer to Jesus! The May issue of The Catholic Truth email newsletter … Continue reading →

Sometimes when I feel that my blood pressure is too low, I take a look at some of the stories carried by the Philadelphia Inquirer. In today?s edition, there is an editorial about how Senator Robert Casey (D. Pa.) is … Continue reading →

Today the Church celebrates the feast of Saint Joseph the Worker, dedicated to his status as the patron saint of workers. For any of you who are currently employed, it is a good chance to reflect on your job. Do … Continue reading →

In the gospel reading from today?s Mass (Acts 8:26-40), we see how Philip encounters an Ethiopian eunuch who is reading a passage from the book of Isaiah. When Philip learns that the man doesn?t understand what he is reading, he … Continue reading →

Today, the Church celebrates the memorial of St. Catherine of Siena (1347 ? 1380). It would be very beneficial if more Catholics imitated this great woman and her love for the Church. It seems that nowadays everyone, including many Catholics, … Continue reading →

The recent outbreak of swine flu throughout the world serves as a reminder that we aren?t really in control of our destiny. While we can take measures to protect ourselves, ultimately God is in charge of our lives. In today?s … Continue reading →

Former U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican Mary Ann Glendon has informed Notre Dame University that she will not accept the Laetare Medal (the highest honor conferred by the University of Notre Dame), due to their honoring pro-abortion president Barack Obama … Continue reading →