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Yesterday, we celebrated the holiday of Thanksgiving. Even though I try to thank the Lord for my blessings each day, sometimes I get so caught up in “living life” that I don’t do a good job. Thanksgiving Day always causes … Continue reading →

As Jesus continued his journey to Jerusalem,he traveled through Samaria and Galilee.As he was entering a village, ten persons with leprosy met him.They stood at a distance from him and raised their voices, saying,?Jesus, Master! Have pity on us!?And when … Continue reading →

I ran across this beautiful prayer and I thought I should post it for all to see. We’ve all had that experience when everything around us looks dark. Some of you may be going through it now. Even though we … Continue reading →

Does this sound familiar? You have recently come to a greater appreciation of the Catholic faith and have been ?walking on air?. Through the study of Church teaching and Sacred Scripture, you are getting to know Jesus as a personal … Continue reading →

  I don’t know about you, but whenever I read this I am overcome with a feeling of peace… Psalm 23 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.In verdant pastures he gives me repose;Beside restful waters he leads … Continue reading →

In an attempt to reach out to those who have left or feel alienated by the Catholic Church, some individuals have taken the approach of “watering down” the teachings of the Church. In this article for Catholic Exchange, I discuss … Continue reading →

…realize that you’re saying you expect to spend eternity in hell! Today the Church celebrates the solemnity of All Saints. Many don’t realize that the primary purpose of this holy day is to celebrate all the unknown saints. It is … Continue reading →

The picture above was taken at the Cistercian Monastery rosary garden and features my daughters, Mary and Elizabeth, posing with statues of their famous namesakes. This is one of our favorite family destinations. The girls love to walk around the … Continue reading →

?Live Every Day Like It?s Your Last, And One Day You?ll Be Right!? (Frank Sinatra) While there are no guarantees that ?Ol? Blue Eyes? was referring to anything spiritual, it?s a point that all Catholics should remember. The Knights of … Continue reading →

In this, the second in a series on the Fathers of the Church, Pope Benedict XVI provides an introduction into such influential figures as St. Leo the Great, St. Isidore of Seville, St. Bede the Venerable, St. John Damascene and … Continue reading →