An Encouraging Word — The sting of disappointment
byDo not disappoint me in my hope. Psalm 119:116 Who hasn’t experienced the sting of disappointment? Recently, I went through the emotional turmoil of…
Do not disappoint me in my hope. Psalm 119:116 Who hasn’t experienced the sting of disappointment? Recently, I went through the emotional turmoil of…
Recently I received a copy of a letter written to one of our priests in the archdiocese. It described how powerfully a small act…
Our dying cannot be deferred. Wisdom 2:5 One of my favorite quotes is by Lily Tomlin’s character “Trudy,” the bag lady. She says, “I…
By Dr. Judy Bullock The postures that we take for various parts of the Mass warrant a closer examination since questions frequently arise. The…
By Father David A. Cockson In the Gospel of Matthew, verses 1-17 of chapter one, the genealogy of Jesus is recorded by the author…
By Leslie Buddeke Smart My family has been grounded in a strong religious faith for generations through the Methodist church. A quick Google search…
Grief has filled your hearts. John 16:6 It wouldn’t be October without having to endure Christmas music at the mall. Just when you thought…
By Dr. Judy Bullock The Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord, the formal name for the celebration of Christmas, is by far the…
Do not neglect good deeds and generosity. Hebrews 13:16 My youngest brother, Mark, told some people at our family party that I had my…
This Dec. 8, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, marked my 15th anniversary as a bishop. I love that I was ordained for service…