Between Amens — A proactive and positive approach to death
byDo you ever wonder what people might say about you after you die? What stories and memories would they share at your wake? Which…
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Between Amens — The benefits of boredom for children and adults, alike
byBetween Easter, school activities and work projects, spring always feels like a marathon. By this time of year, everyone in my house is very…
Between Amens — Beatification of Archbishop Fulton Sheen
byOn March 25, the Holy See announced that Archbishop Fulton Sheen will be beatified on Sept. 24 in St. Louis. This news came from…
Between Amens — Laetare Sunday, a brighter spot in Lent
byOn Sunday, March 15, the Church celebrates the Fourth Sunday of Lent, also known as “Laetare” Sunday. It mirrors “Gaudete” Sunday, the Third Sunday…
Between Amens —The Olympic Cross: What does the Church have to do with athletics?
byLast Friday, I was enthralled by the opening ceremonies for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan. Many are familiar with the important symbols…
Between Amens — Altar servers are uniquely gifted
byLater this month, Archbishop Shelton will celebrate a special Mass with the youth and young adults who minister as altar servers throughout the archdiocese….
Between Amens — Sacred music is integral to the liturgy
byAs Christmas approaches, many organizations and ministries taper activities and take a pause, restarting again in the new year. That’s definitely not the case…
Between Amens – Gratitude in all times
byOne of the most memorable homilies I ever heard was just one sentence long. Following the Gospel story of the healing of 10 lepers,…
Between Amens – A case for praying the rosary daily
byAs a child preparing for my First Holy Communion, I recall going to Tonini’s with my mom to pick out my first rosary. I…
Between Amens — Have you heard of St. Michael’s Lent?
byWe’re all familiar with the official liturgical season of Lent that occurs in the springtime, leading us to Easter. Catholics know well the Lenten…