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Martyrs and Canonization

Pat McCloskey, OFM July 3, 2026

Q: The feast of Saint Charles Lwanga and companion martyrs (June 3) recently raised a question for me. On July 17, 1794, 16 Carmelite nuns were guillotined in Compiègne, France, for their faith. As a secular Carmelite, I have always considered them a beacon of love and uncompromising faith. Doesn’t the fact that they were martyred for their faith automatically make them saints? Why would any miracles be needed?

Hold Fast to Joy

Colleen Arnold, MD July 2, 2026

Joy sees the world as God intended; it is a reaction to all God is doing in our lives now and in the future.

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‘You Can’t Pray a Lie’

Mark Forrester July 2, 2026

Over a century ago, Mark Twain created the character Huckleberry Finn, a poor orphan who had been blessed (or cursed) with an innate sense of right and wrong, which was often in conflict with the accepted norms of his day.

Why Is St. Joseph Overlooked?

Pat McCloskey, OFM July 2, 2026

When will St. Joseph receive from Catholics the respect that he clearly deserves?

Prayer for All Mothers

Maureen O'Brien July 1, 2026

Because motherhood requires women to offer so much of their own spirits, it can lead to feeling depleted.

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Grace Is a Bridge

Pat McCloskey, OFM July 1, 2026

Pope Francis summarized the importance of Sacred Heart devotion to several saints and the Jesuits, in general.

One Intention or Many Intentions?

Pat McCloskey, OFM July 1, 2026

All the Catholic parishes in our area conclude the general intercessions during Mass by adding, “And for all the personal intentions that we hold in our hearts.” I consider this a questionable practice because the priest is supposed to be aware of all intentions during a Mass.