A Time to Speak — A few words on cremation
byBy Javier Fajardo Each year, more and more people choose to be cremated for different reasons with the top two being financial and environmental…
Editorials & Commentary
Liturgy Matters — Altar or table
byBy Dr. Judy Bullock Is the altar in Catholic churches an “altar of sacrifice” or is it the “table of the Eucharist?” According to…
An Encouraging Word — Standing in the middle
by“… things both new and old.” Matthew 13:52 As I watch the leadership of Pope Francis, I am reminded of my days as pastor…
Teaching Our Faith — Marriage and childbearing
byThis month’s teaching editorials will explore vital aspects of the richness of marriage and family life in preparation for the October 2015 Synod: “The…
An Encouraging Word — Dreams can come true
by“The vision has its time. If it delays, wait for it. It will surely come.” Habakkuk 2:3 What is it about certain people that…
Hope in the Lord — Mercy not ‘strain’d’
byFor more than 400 years, William Shakespeare has marveled those who read and see his plays with his masterful turns of phrase and depth…
Teaching Our Faith — Reclaiming sexuality
byThis month’s teaching editorials will explore vital aspects of the richness of marriage and family life in preparation for the October 2015 synod: “The…
An Encouraging Word — The sin of withholding
byAs I have done for you, you should also do for one another. John 13:15 As we celebrate Holy Thursday, I am reminded of…
A time to speak — A view from the pew
byBy Gary Hermann As a student at St. Stephen Martyr School and St. Xavier High School, I learned about Catholic social teaching and participated…
Teaching Our Faith — Christ looks on family with love
byThis month’s teaching editorials will explore vital aspects of the richness of marriage and family life in preparation for the October 2015 Synod: “The…