All Saints Day

By Deacon Gene I think we probably all have to admit that the Advent and Christmas seasons are “Angel Heavy.” However, Angels do seem to play a significant role in our Catholic Tradition; they also often show up in our culture. I am sure many of us have watched the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” […]

By Lisa Rose As I pondered the question “who is my neighbor?” it dawned on me that sometimes our neighbors are those who are curious about our Catholic faith. Questions abound. What do they believe? Why are there so many rituals?  Often they’ve heard lots of rumors about Catholics. These neighbors might come from other […]

By Fr. Rich, O.P. In today’s world, celebrities are constantly assaulted by people who want to see them, paparazzi who spend their days stalking the famous and infamous, or journalists looking for a “story.” Apparently, some things have not changed. In today’s Gospel we have a scene of Jesus travelling, surrounded by a crowd that […]

By Fr. Rich, O.P. The one who serves God willingly is heard; his petition reaches the heavens. The prayer of the lowly pierces the clouds; it does not rest till it reaches its goal, nor will it withdraw till the Most High responds, judges justly and affirms the right, and the Lord will not delay. […]