St. Elizabeth of Hungary: A Life of Charity
During this month of November, as we draw nearer to the celebration of Thanksgiving, we have an opportunity [...]
Remembering the Dead, Renewing Our Faith
This is the late autumn season. It is the time when the trees lose their leaves, the weather [...]
Our Shared Call to Vocation
What do you think of when you hear the word “vocation”? Is it a church word that is [...]
Mission Begins With the Love of Christ
In June of 1996, I was assigned to serve as pastor of St. Frances Cabrini Parish in West [...]
Building a Culture of Life
“God looked upon everything he had made, and he found it very good.” (Genesis 1:31a) In poetic fashion, [...]
Witnesses Keep the Spirit of Vatican II Alive
St. John the XXIII began the renewal of the Church with a vision that witnesses would emerge, renewed [...]
Servants of Christ, Stewards of God’s Mysteries
To proclaim the Word — serve at the altar — care for the sick — visit the imprisoned. [...]
Mary Shows Us the Way
While the month of May is especially devoted to our Holy Mother Mary and the Rosary receives significant [...]
The Glory Beyond the Cross
Aug. 6 is the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord. For Ss. Peter, James and John, the [...]
Dwelling in God’s Possibilities
When people consider religious sisters and brothers, they often think of what these women and men have given [...]