Most of us recall the familiar scene that opens each episode of “The Andy Griffith Show.” A whistling tune accompanies Andy and Opie as…
In his general audience remarks on Dec. 15, 2021, Pope Francis offered a catechesis on the silence of St. Joseph. The pope said, “Joseph’s…
Looking back, an argument can be made that in 2021 “factionalism” was the most serious problem we experienced as a society and as a…
On Saturday, January 22, four Salvadoran martyrs will be beatified in the Cathedral of San Salvador. They are Jesuit Padre Rutilio Grande, two lay…
When you have good news to share, who is the first person you want to tell? Your closest friend or most respected mentor probably…
Christian stewardship invites us to be generous givers and grateful receivers — especially during this holy season. There are four characteristics or qualities that…
The 2021 Catholic Services Appeal is well underway, and our office at the Pastoral Center receives mail each day that includes the signature blue,…
Everyone should have a gratitude list that starts with God, who has given us every good gift we possess, and goes on to include…
Deacon Derrick: The old saying that opposites attract is spot on when it comes to Mistianna and myself. We are complete opposites, diametrically opposed…
Deacon Derrick: Intimacy in marriage can take on many forms. The first way many of us think of intimacy involves the type of love…