Between Amens — An extraordinary moment; a universal experience
byI pulled myself out of bed at three o’clock in the morning on Jan. 5 in order to catch a glimpse of the live…
Editorials & Commentary
Reflections on the Mass of Christian Burial for Pope Benedict XVI
byDaniel Conway, Special to The Record VATICAN CITY—Thousands are gathered from around the world in St. Peter’s Square this morning, Jan. 5, for the…
The Good Steward — Spring of hope or winter of despair?
byWe live in difficult times today. From one perspective, humanity has made enormous progress, suggesting a “spring of hope.” But from another point of…
Science in the Bluegrass — The longest Advent possible
byAdvent is four full weeks this year, the longest Advent possible. Christmas falls on a Sunday. So does the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy…
Between Amens — The Christmas Rose
byOne of my favorite Advent carols is “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming,” a beautiful German hymn which, as you might guess, is not…
Cents & Sensibility — Year-end actions
byThis month’s advice continues the theme of November’s column to assist with improving financial security before year-end. Listed below are a few more actions…
Share the Journey — A first Christmas remembered
byStephanie Avdagic says her husband never cries, with one exception. “When he tells this story, he always tears up. Every time.” “This story” took…
The Good Steward — Building the future with migrants and refugees
byEarlier this year, Pope Francis issued a statement for World Day of Migrants and Refugees reflecting on the theme, “Building the future with migrants…
Living Mission — The Kingdom of Wonder: Not for everyone
byPeople often ask what is most difficult about living in Cambodia. What are the problems we face, the difficult issues we must deal with?…
Cents & Sensibility — Year-end considerations
by“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I remember, involve me and I learn.” Benjamin Franklin Almost two years ago, I offered to…